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If you’ve ever checked the ingredient list on store-bought oat milk, you might have noticed oils, gums, and stabilizers. And it’s hard not to notice the price as well! The good news? You can make fresh, creamy oat milk at home with just two ingredients in under 5 minutes.
Whether you’re drinking it as is or adding to coffee, smoothies, and cereal, this DIY version is simple, customizable, and budget friendly!
Why Make Oat Milk at Home?
- Budget-friendly – Costs a fraction of store-bought cartons
- Minimal ingredients – No additives or artificial ingredients
- Customizable – Adjust sweetness, thickness, and flavor
- Quick – Ready in under 5 minutes
What You’ll Need
If you want to make homemade oat milk, you”ll need:
- Oats (see my recommendations below)
- Cold, filtered water
- *Nut milk bag (or cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer)
- High-speed blender (I use a Vitamix)
*For best results, use a nut milk bag
Choosing the Right Oats for Oat Milk
You’ll want to use rolled or old fashioned oats when making oat milk. I like to use organic, sprouted, gluten-free, and glyphosate free oats whenever possible. My favorite brand is One Degree. Other notable brands include Bob’s Red Mill and Oatsome.
Optional Add-Ins
For more flavor or sweetness, try adding in some of these ingredients!
- 1–2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or raw honey
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2-3 tablespoons cocoa powder (for chocolate oat milk)
If using cocoa powder: Add it after straining the oat milk. Then blend again briefly to fully combine and create a smooth chocolate milk.
Flavor Variations
- Vanilla Sweet Cream – Add vanilla + maple syrup
- Chocolate Oat Milk – Add cocoa powder + sweetener
- Cinnamon Roll – Add cinnamon + a splash of vanilla
- Unsweetened & Neutral – Skip all add-ins
Tips for the Creamiest Oat Milk
- Always use cold water
- Don’t soak the oats beforehand
- Don’t over-blend
- Double strain the oat milk
- Don’t over-squeeze
How to Store It
Transfer to a sealed jar or container and store in the fridge!
More DIY Recipes
Ready to make homemade oat milk? The full recipe is below!
Homemade Oat Milk
Ingredients
- 5 cups cold, filtered water
- 1 cup rolled/old fashioned oats (I use organic, gluten free oats)
Instructions
- Add the oats and cold water to a high-speed blender. Blend for 20-30 seconds, until smooth. Don't over blend.
- Pour the mixture through a nut milk bag (or cheesecloth/fine mesh strainer) into a bowl or jar, gently squeezing if needed. Avoid squeezing too hard, to prevent sliminess. Double strain for best results.
- Transfer to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 4–5 days.
Video
Notes
- For best results, use a nut milk bag and double strain the mixture
- Don’t over squeeze the nut milk bag, as any sediment/pulp in the milk can make the oat milk slimy
- Add 1/4 tsp salt, 1 tsp vanilla extract, or 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup for extra flavor or sweetness