Use this quick and easy Oat Milk Recipe as a delicious, dairy free milk option! So velvety with a subtle kiss of sweet, it will become one of your favorite dairy alternatives! Plus, you won’t believe how EASY it is to make! With just 4 ingredients and 5 minutes, you’ve got perfectly creamy homemade oat milk!
Out of milk?
Don’t worry, it’s actually really EASY to make your own dairy-free milk at home! And not only is this vanilla oat milk recipe super fast and frugal to make, it’s also ridiculously delicious!
So no more wondering how to make oat milk. You’re about to become a pro!
Whether you’re lactose-intolerant (like me), want a vegan oat milk, or just want a thrifty alternative to the dairy-free milks at the store… this is IT!
Plus, it only takes about 5 minutes to make!
Purchasing oat milk 1/2 gallons can run around $5 or more at the stores near me. Ouch!
I love oat milk, but not for that price.
So I was determined to learn how to make it myself, and guess what… if you buy your ingredients in bulk you’ll be making it for around 50c – 75c per half gallon!
Now that’s a way to save some serious money on a healthy breakfast drink! Just like when you make my nutrient dense Banana Spinach Smoothie and protein packed Strawberry and Banana Protein Shake.
Plus, you’ll just need 4 ingredients and some water. Talk about simple!
So do yourself a favor and enjoy some homemade oatmeal milk. Using a recipe that skips all the effort, while helping you do things the EASIEST way possible!
Feel good Breakfast Recipes really don’t get much simpler or easier than this…
Ingredients
To make your homemade oat milk recipe, grab out these ingredients you probably already have on hand.
And don’t forget – you’ll also need a kitchen blender or food processor.
- Rolled Oats – Also known as Old Fashioned Oats, and the same kind that I use to make my Oat Flour Recipe.
- Vanilla Extract – To add a hint of warm flavor.
- Salt – To enhance the flavor of your oat milk.
- Sugar – To add a subtle kiss of sweetness.
- Water – The all natural base for this homemade oat milk recipe.
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Like all of my tasty Beverages Recipes, it’s actually crazy easy to make the best homemade oat milk recipe using your kitchen blender or food processor.
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Add your oat milk ingredients to your handy blender or food processor.
2. Blend as specified.
3. Then, just use cheesecloth to strain your oat milk to remove any larger pieces of oatmeal and you’re done!
Oatmeal really is so easy to work with and it’s the perfect base for making nutrient rich, healthy breakfasts. My delicious banana Oat Flour Pancakes Recipe and Healthy Pumpkin Pancakes help to prove that point deliciously!
Scroll down for the printable vanilla oat milk recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How To Store Oat Milk
Store your vanilla oat milk in a mason jar with a lid, or in a cleaned out old milk container. Then place in the refrigerator and use within 5 days.
How To Use Homemade Oat Milk
Shake your oat milk well before each use and always serve cold, as your homemade oat milk does not heat up well.
Then enjoy using it as a refreshing cold breakfast drink, in your breakfast or afternoon fruit smoothies, and on your favorite cold breakfast cereal!
Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this easy homemade oat milk recipe…
One reader writes: “Super cost effective”
Deb writes: “Delicious”
Kirsten writes: “Really good. Have made it a few times now. Love it”
Rebecca writes: “Great recipe. Love this! So good.”
Tiffany writes: “Amazing”
Kimberley writes: “Such a great frugal tip!! It’s so easy to make.”
Keryn writes: “Delicious”
Tamira writes: “So good with coffee. Added a banana and honey. Sooo good”
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Oat Milk Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled Oats, Old Fashioned Oats
- 1/2 tsp. Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1/8 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp White Granulated Sugar
- 3 cups Water
Instructions
- Gather your oat milk recipe ingredients.
- Pour all ingredients into your heavy-duty blender or food processor, place lid on, and blend on medium-high until well combined (approx. 30 seconds).
- Then, over a medium bowl, strain milk through cheesecloth to remove any remaining pieces of oatmeal.
- Transfer your creamy oat milk into a mason jar or an old cleaned out milk container, place in the fridge, and you're done!
- Shake well before each use, and enjoy cold* as a drink, in fruit smoothies, or with your morning bowl of cereal.
Notes
- *Serve Cold: This homemade oat milk does not do well heating up, so use it cold.
- How to Store: Store your vanilla oat milk in a mason jar with a lid, or in a cleaned out old milk container. Then place in the refrigerator and use within 5 days.
- FAQ’s: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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Such a great idea Heidi! I already make my own almond milk and now I am going to add oat milk! Thanks for the recipe!
Oh you definitely will need to try this, Tasia. And that’s so fun that you make your own almond milk, too! 🙂
This looks so good. This has been on my to do list to try, so I may take the plunge soon. It’s great for those DIY face masks too in place of water!
Thanks, Rebecca… it’s really amazing how easy it is to make. And what a great idea to use it in a DIY face mask recipe, too! 🙂
I’ve never tried vanilla oat milk before. I have all of these ingredients right now! I’ll have to give this a try!
Hi Michelle ~ that’s so great you already have all of the ingredients on hand! You should definitely make some and give it a try! 🙂
I literally just bought some at the store, darnit! This looks so easy to make. 🙂 Saving this recipe for next time!!
Oh no… you’ll definitely have to make it next time around, Joanna! 🙂
You are blowing my mind right now, Heidi! I can’t believe how easy this is to make. You are right, it’s always expensive in the store and sometimes we have a hard time getting it anyway so this solution is such a timely one. Thanks so much! Hope your week has been a good one, CoCo
Aww… thanks, CoCo! Isn’t it silly how easy it is to make it yourself? I’m lactose-intolerant, so I love having this in my morning cereal. 🙂 Hope you have a lovely weekend!!
I’ve been meaning to make my own oat milk for a while! The vanilla flavor would be fantastic. I’ll be trying this!!
Oh good… hope you love it, Katherine! 🙂
I am so pleased at how simple this is to make – what a great idea!!
Thanks so much, Alexandra! It really is ridiculously easy to make! 🙂
This is so important right now, thanks so much for sharing!
You’re very welcome!!
Would this work with gluten free oats?? I guess I don’t see why not, but I wasn’t sure if you’ve tried it? Thanks!
Hi Sara ~ I think it should work just fine, but I honestly haven’t tried it that way. If you do, let us know how it turns out! 🙂
Ok will do! Gluten free old fashioned oats seem more available in my area right now and I was planning on buying some oat milk today, so I’m glad I saw this post! I’ll keep you updated!
Thanks Sara… I can’t wait to hear!
Homemade oat milk sounds so delicious! Great idea to make your own and save money, and it sounds fairly easy to do as well! Thanks for sharing!
You’re very welcome… it really is so simple to make, and SO delicious! 🙂