Vitamix Almond Milk
Here’s a step-by-step tutorial for making homemade Vitamix Almond Milk that is super creamy. This recipe is vegan and dairy-free, and perfect for a dairy substitute. Plus, you can save money by making your own at home!
Homemade almond milk is one of the small luxuries in life.
It’s so much creamier and delicious when you make it at home, without any unnecessary fillers or gums. And, as mentioned, it’s cheaper and reduces packaging waste when you make your own almond milk.
This recipe is made using a Vitamix high-speed blender to make it extra creamy.
Why You Need This Recipe
- Almond milk can be used for all types of recipes, including smoothies, with granola, in your coffee, or for savory recipes like dairy-free mac and cheese or these Whole30 mashed potatoes. I also love it in my Herbal Coffee. Read about the reasons for going dairy-free and my tips for getting started with a gluten-free and dairy-free diet.
- You can also customize your homemade almond milk recipe to your liking, making it thicker or thinner, or sweeter using dates. Adding vanilla bean seeds or vanilla extract is also a great way to transform ordinary almond milk into a decadent-tasting dairy-free drink (I love using it to make Iced Coffee).
- I recommend peeling your almonds for the creamiest almond milk recipe you’ve ever had. I love to use it recipes such as my Liver Detox Smoothie or my Anti-Cancer Green Smoothie.
Key Ingredients
Raw almonds make the base of this Vitamix Almond Milk recipe. Look for the highest quality you can find, including raw, unsalted, and organic (if possible).
Filtered water is necessary to blend the almonds. I recommend filtered water to ensure you don’t get a chlorine flavor from tap water.
Recipe Steps
Step One
Place your almonds in a large mixing bowl if you plan to peel them. I highly recommend this step as it will result in a much creamier milk once it’s blended.
Removing the skins also removes most of the lectins in the almonds which can be irritating to the digestive system of some people.
Step Two
Add very hot water to your bowl with the almonds and let them soak for at least 15 minutes. This will help loosen the skins so that they are easier to peel.
Step Three
After the almonds have soaked, give them a quick rinse and then start using your hands to manually remove the skin from each almond. It takes a little time, but removing the skin is the key to having the creamiest almond milk you’ve ever tasted.
If you don’t want to remove the skins or you don’t have time, then just combine the raw almonds with the water in the pitcher of your Vitamix.
Step Four
The next step is to blend the almonds with water for about 35-45 seconds per the recipe card below.
Step Five
Next, you’ll need to strain the milk through a nut milk bag to remove the almond pulp.
If you don’t want to buy an expensive nut milk bag, then you can use a clean 1-gallon paint strainer bag. This material is nylon, but it is re-usable as long as you rinse it well. Feel free to use a nut milk bag, but the paint strainer bag works just as well for much less money.
This technique is also similar to what I describe in my article for Juicing with a Vitamix.
After blending, you pour the mixture through the opening of the strainer bag and then squeeze from the top down to force the liquid out of the bag into the bowl.
Step Six
Lastly, just pour your mixture into your storage container and serve it immediately. Or, you can store your milk in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
There you have it…homemade almond milk with no sweeteners or preservatives.
You can use almond milk for just about anything, including baking.
Recipe Tips & Substitutions
- Removing the skins is an optional step. Doing so makes your milk creamier, but the Vitamix will pulverize the skins so you won’t notice them if you prefer not to peel the almonds.
- Because there aren’t any stabilizers, the milk might separate a bit in the fridge. Just shake before using.
- To make a sweeter version, add 2 pitted Medjool dates to the almonds and water. You can also add the seeds of one vanilla bean pod or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to make a vanilla version.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, almond milk is vegan, dairy-free, paleo, and Whole30-friendly.
Yes, you can heat almond milk. You can also use almond milk in baking in place of dairy milk.
More Dairy-Free Recipes You Might Like
- Creamy Cashew Milk
- Homemade Coconut Beverage
- Macadamia Milk
- Oat Milk Recipe
- Pumpkin Seed Milk
- Matcha Coffee
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Vitamix Almond Milk
Here’s a step-by-step tutorial for making homemade Vitamix Almond Milk that is super creamy. This recipe is vegan and dairy-free, and perfect for a dairy substitute.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 4 cups filtered water
Instructions
- Place your almonds in a large mixing bowl if you plan to peel them.
- Add very hot water to your bowl with the almonds and let them soak for at least 15 minutes. This will help loosen the skins so that they are easier to peel.
- After the almonds have soaked, give them a quick rinse in a colander with fresh water. Then, use your hands to manually remove the skin from each almond.
- Combine the peeled almonds with the water in the base of your Vitamix or high-speed blender. Blend on high for 30-45 seconds, or until the mixture is thick and creamy.
- Pour the blended milk through a nut milk bag, squeezing from the top down into a large bowl.
- Lastly, just pour your mixture into your storage container.
Equipment
Notes
- You don’t have to remove the skins from the almonds, but this will help make the almond milk super creamy.
- Homemade almond milk will keep in the refrigerator in a tightly-sealed container for at least 5 days. If the milk starts to separate, just give the jar a quick shake before using it.
- To make a sweeter version, add 2 pitted Medjool dates to the almonds and water. You can also add the seeds of one vanilla bean pod or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to make a vanilla version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: High-Speed Blender
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 39
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 186 mg
- Fat: 2.9 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat:
- Carbohydrates: 1.5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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Do you recommend organic raw almonds or do you feel regular almonds are ok? Costco sells large bags of almonds that I use to use but read they are sprayed with something.
I have been buying an almond milk that is not as watered down but it is expensive, want to make my own again
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If you are going to remove the skins then it’s probably okay to get the regular (non-organic ones). If you aren’t going to remove the skins, then I would try to get organic.
Thank you. I always remove the skin cause I love the white milk look.
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I love this almond milk recipe. I soak my almonds overnight and then drain and peel. I make it weekly with my new vitamix!
Yay, isn’t it so creamy and yummy?! Enjoy!
I haven’t made this yet but want to keep it from separating by using sunflower lecithin. I’ve read this can help. Have you tried it?
I haven’t tried it! But you can also just shake the jar and it will mix up again immediately.
Hi
I am trying to use things on hand-can you use sliced almonds instead of whole? And cheesecloth instead of a bag?
Thank you
Hi Lorraine, great question! Yes, you can use sliced almonds. I think most people use whole almonds because they are cheaper than sliced. And, yes, you can absolutely use a cheesecloth to strain it. Enjoy!!!
I never realized how watered down store bought almond milk was until I made this recipe. Super creamy and a perfect base for a ton of recipes. Worked great for the vegan Alfredo I made with it.
Thanks Carrie for the great recipe!
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Ohhhhh, I’m so happy to hear that, Juliana! Thanks for sharing your results!
One of my favorite easy recipes!
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Hi Carrie
Thanks for your recipe I will be giving this a shot in a few minutes. I have a question for you…, can I reuse the pulp again for another batch of milk?
Hi Nikki! You can’t re-use the pulp for more almond milk, but you can use the pulp in cookies!!! 🙂
I love almond milk so much! Thanks for sharing this fabulous recipe!
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You’re so welcome, Hannah!!! XOXO.