Name: Homemade Oat Milk
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 8 cups
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats; 4 cups cold water; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 0.25 tbsp salt

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Homemade Oat Milk

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Ingredients

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Homemade Oat Milk

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

4 cups cold water

1 tbsp maple syrupor any sweetener of choice

¼ tbsp salt

Instructions

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Instructions

Combine oats, water, sweetener, and salt together in a high-speed blender and blend for about 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Place a fine-mesh sieve over a large bowl and strain the mixture. Strain at least twice, to ensure a creamy smooth texture.

Transfer to a pitcher or air-tight container. Cover to chill for at least 30 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Soak Your Oats First 浸💧
Soak rolled oats in cold water for 30 minutes before blending to reduce bitterness and create a smoother, creamier texture with less oxidation.
Strain Twice for Silk 🧵
Pour through a fine-mesh strainer first, then through cheesecloth or a nut milk bag to remove all sediment and achieve a velvety, barista-quality consistency.
Blend Less, Not More ⏱️
Blend for only 30-45 seconds maximum—over-blending breaks down oat starches and creates a slimy, unpleasant texture rather than creamy richness.
Sweeten After Straining 🍁
Add maple syrup to your finished oat milk rather than before blending, allowing you to control sweetness level and preventing the syrup from affecting extraction efficiency.
Store Smart for Longevity 🧊
Keep homemade oat milk in an airtight glass container for up to 5 days, and always shake well before use since natural separation is normal and expected.