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Best Homemade Oat Milk (No Sliminess! Ready in 5 Minutes)

This is the easiest, creamiest, and most reliable oat milk recipe. No sliminess, no chalky texture, and no weird aftertaste. Just blend, strain, and enjoy! Perfect for cereal, smoothies, iced lattes, baking, and drinking straight from the glass.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Author: Sam Turnbull

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1 handful ice cubes (helps prevent sliminess)
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (for creaminess)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for a little sweetness)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Optional: 1–2 teaspoons neutral oil for extra creaminess (mimics store-bought), but totally optional.
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Instructions

  • Blend briefly: Add all ingredients to your blender and blend on high for 30–45 seconds max. Do not over-blend or the heat + agitation can make the oat milk slimy.
  • Strain gently: Line a large bowl with a nut milk bag or fine cheesecloth and pour the oat milk through. Lift and gently squeeze. Avoid over-squeezing, which pushes starch through and can cause gumminess. Discard or repurpose the pulp.
  • Chill & store: Transfer to a sealed jar or bottle. Shake before each use, as natural separation will occur. Homemade oat milk keeps for up to 5 days in the fridge.

Notes

Flavored Oat Milk Variations:
  • Chocolate Oat Milk: Add 2 tablespoons cocoa + 1 extra tablespoon maple syrup.
  • Strawberry Oat Milk: Blend in ½ cup fresh or frozen strawberries.
  • Vanilla Latte Oat Milk: Add 1 teaspoon espresso powder.
  • Cinnamon Oat Milk: Add ¼ teaspoon cinnamon + pinch of nutmeg.
  • Extra Creamy Option:Add 1–2 tablespoons light neutral oil or ¼ cup soaked cashews.

Substitutions:

Coconut substitute: Use ¼ cup (30 g) soaked cashews (soften by soaking overnight or boiling 10 min).
Maple syrup substitute: Use agave, 1–2 pitted dates, white sugar, or brown sugar.
Coffee note: Works great in coffee, but avoid boiling or overheating, as it can thicken slightly due to the oat starches.
Storage: Store in an airtight bottle or jar for up to 5 days. Separation is normal, just shake before using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

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