Refreshing Summer Roasted Almond Milk (Printable)
A chilled, nutty beverage blending roasted almonds with sweet honey, vanilla, and creamy finish. Perfect for cooling down on warm days.
# What You'll Need:
→ Roasted Almonds
01 - 3.5 oz whole almonds
→ Base & Flavorings
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
04 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Creamy Finish
06 - 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
07 - Ice cubes
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread almonds on a baking sheet and roast for 10-12 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let cool completely.
02 - Combine roasted almonds, water, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender. Blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth and milky.
03 - Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or nut milk bag into a pitcher to remove almond solids.
04 - Stir in the heavy cream or coconut cream until well combined.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve over ice in cold glasses. Garnish with roasted almond slivers or a dash of cinnamon if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its like drinking a chilled cloud that actually satisfies you
- The roasted almond flavor deepens everything you thought you knew about nut milk
- Perfect for those afternoons when iced coffee feels too heavy but water wont cut it
02 -
- Warm almond milk tastes completely different from cold, so be patient with the chilling step
- The leftover almond pulp can be dried and used in baked goods or added to oatmeal
- This separates in the fridge, just give it a good shake before pouring
03 -
- Buy raw almonds in bulk and roast a big batch—store them for quick almond milk anytime
- The cream amount is flexible, start with less and add more until it feels right to you