Homemade Cashew Milk Recipe: Easy Dairy-Free Milk

Looking for a simple homemade alternative to dairy milk? This Homemade Cashew Milk recipe uses just cashews and water to create a smooth, creamy drink that is easy to prepare in your own kitchen.

With a little preparation and a blender, you can make fresh cashew milk for your morning cereal, smoothies, hot chocolate and favourite recipes. Even better, making it at home gives you control over the ingredients, with no added sugar or preservatives required.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Gourmet Cashews

• Water, for soaking

• 3½ cups cold water, for blending

How to Make Homemade Cashew Milk

1. Soak the Cashews

• Place the cashews in a bowl and add enough water to cover them by approximately 1 inch.
• Leave to soak for 6 hours or overnight. This helps soften the cashews for easier blending.

2. Drain and Rinse

• Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them thoroughly with fresh water.

3. Blend Until Smooth

• Transfer the soaked cashews to a blender and add 3½ cups of cold water.
• Blend until the mixture is completely smooth.

4. Strain the Milk

Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean container to remove any remaining coarse particles.

5. Bottle and Refrigerate

• Transfer the cashew milk into a clean, airtight bottle or container.
• Refrigerate promptly and use within 3–4 days, provided it has been handled and stored safely.

Shake well before serving, as natural separation may occur.

How to Use Homemade Cashew Milk

Homemade cashew milk is versatile enough for both drinks and everyday recipes.

Try using it in:

• Breakfast cereal and oatmeal

• Smoothies

• Coffee and tea

• Homemade hot chocolate

• Pancake batter

• Baking recipes

• Overnight oats

For a comforting drink, use your freshly prepared cashew milk to make our Cashew Hot Chocolate recipe.

Tips for Better Cashew Milk

• Allow enough soaking time. Soaking softens the cashews and makes them easier to blend.
• Blend thoroughly. A powerful blender helps create a smoother milk.
• Strain if necessary. Straining removes coarse particles and improves the texture.
• Keep it refrigerated. Use a clean, sealed container and refrigerate promptly.

More Gourmet Cashews Recipes

Turn your homemade cashew milk into a comforting drink with our Cashew Hot Chocolate recipe, made with cocoa powder and honey.

You can also explore our Cashew Banana Bread for another delicious way to bring cashews into your kitchen.