Beverages

Oat Milk

Makes about 3 cups

Oat Milk

Makes about 3 cups

Alternative milks do not just have to be for those who are sensitive to dairy. They each offer different health benefits and are a breeze to make in the Cuisinart® blender. On top of that, they are much less expensive to make at home than to purchase in the store, especially oat and rice milks. You can sweeten them as you wish, or even add a pinch of cinnamon. The only caveat is that homemade milks do not last as long in the refrigerator as their store-bought counterparts since there are no stabilizers added.

Nutritional information per serving (1 cup):Calories 100 (17% from fat)
carb. 18g
pro. 3g
fat 2g
sat. fat 0g
chol. 0mg
sod. 57mg
calc. 9mg
fiber 3g

Ingredients

  • 1cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick cooking)
  • 4cups water, divided
  • Pinch kosher salt

Preparation

  1. 1.
    Put the oats and 2 cups of the water into a mixing bowl and cover. Allow to sit for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to overnight. Do not refrigerate. After resting, drain and rinse the oats very well.
  2. 2.
    Put 2 cups of fresh water, the soaked, drained oats and a pinch of salt into the blender jar.
  3. 3.
    Select High and blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
  4. 4.
    Use immediately. The oat milk will last up to 3 days, refrigerated. Shake, stir or re-blend before using.