How to Make Nutrient-Rich, Additive-Free Nut Milks In Under 5 Minutes

Almond Milk

Nut milk made with almonds is a great non-dairy, non-soy alternative and it's super healthy! Almonds are a good source of vitamin E and are about 20 percent protein, so they are also very filling.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup almonds, soaked for 8 hours or over night
• 4 cups purified water
• 3 medjool dates or 2-3 tbsp raw honey
• Pinch sea salt
• 1 tsp natural vanilla extract (optional)

"Edgar Cayce stated that eating 4 to 5 almonds a day can prevent cancer!"

Method

1. Place almonds, dates, vanilla, salt and water in a blender and blend on high speed
2. Strain mixture through a nut milk bag, cheese cloth or fine sieve into a bowl.

Preparing the seeds or nuts for best nutritional value before blending:

Soaking nuts makes them easier to blend and also releases enzyme inhibitors and will make it more digestible. Most other nuts generally require 8 to 12 hours of soaking for optimal digestion. Almond is commonly used for making nut milk as it tastes great and is alkalizing.

Nut milks usually keep in the refrigerator for 2 to 4 days. If you freeze them they can keep longer. Yummy additions include raw cacao, cinnamon or brown rice protein powder.

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Brazil Nut Milk

Brazil nuts are a great source of selenium. They have about 2500 times the amount of selenium than any other nut. Brazil Nut Milk Selenium is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect against disease. Selenium also slows down the aging process and boosts the immune system!

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw Brazil nuts, soaked for 4 hours or more, ideally overnight
• 4 cups purified water
• 1/4 cup raw honey
• 2 tbsp coconut butter
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract OR 2 vanilla pods
• 2 packets of stevia (optional)
• 1/8 tsp sea salt

Method

1. Place nuts and water in a blender and blend on high speed
2. Strain mixture into a bowl
3. Rinse blender and add back in the strained liquid
4. Add remaining ingredients. Blend.

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Pecan Milk

Pecans are a good source of fiber and contain iron, calcium, vitamins A, B, and C, potassium, and phosphorous.

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw pecans, soaked for 4 hours or more, ideally overnight
• 4 cups purified water
• 1/2 cup raw honey or to taste
• 2 tbsp coconut butter (optional)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract OR 1 vanilla pod
• 1/8 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)

Method

1. Place pecans and water in a blender and blend on high speed.
2. Add remaining ingredients and blend.

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Macadamia Milk

Macadamia nuts are high in fiber, taste great, and have no cholesteral. They also have a very high proportion of monounsaturated fats (which are the good fats!).

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw macadamia nuts, soaked for 1 hour or more, ideally overnight
• 3 cups purified water
• 1/8 cup raw honey
• 2 tbsp coconut butter
• 2 tsp vanilla extract OR 1 vanilla pod
• 1/8 tsp sea salt

Method

1. Place nuts and water in a blender and blend on high speed.
2. Add remaining ingredients and blend.

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