A delicious alternative to homemade almond milk. This silky smooth plant based milk replaces almonds with pepitas and is infused with cinnamon, vanilla, ginger, and nutmeg.
Author:Beard and Bonnet
Ingredients
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1 cup no shell raw pepitas
3.5 cups filtered water plus more for soaking
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
3 Tbsp. maple syrup
Instructions
1. Soak the raw pepitas in water for at least 6 hours or overnight at room temperature. Drain and rinse well.
2. In a high speed blender combine the soaked pepitas and the filtered water then blend for at least 3-5 minutes until thoroughly combined. Strained the mixture through a nut milk bag or a sieve lined with cheesecloth to ensure a silky, smooth finished product.
3. Return the strained milk to the blender and add the rest of the ingredients. Blend until combined.
4. Transfer to a storage container, preferably glass, and store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Be sure to shake the milk well each time you use it as it does settle and separate.
Notes
*You can purchase raw pepitas or pumpkin seeds at most health food stores and larger grocery stores.
