• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Recipes
  • Contact
  • About

The Dairy-Free Menu

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Contact
  • About
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Contact
    • About
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » Beverages

    Published: Sep 24, 2023 · Modified: Feb 25, 2024 by Kayla · This post may contain affiliate links.

    The BEST Oat Milk Recipe

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    This is by far The Best Oat Milk Recipe because it's creamy, delicious, and NOT slimy! Some homemade versions can have a slimy consistency, but I'll walk you through how to make the perfect batch every time!

    Pouring oat milk into a glass.

    Oat milk is great in so many dairy-free recipes. But if you'd like some other delicious plant-based milk recipes to try, make some almond milk, or my easy cashew milk that requires no straining!

    Jump to:
    • ❤️Why You'll Love this Recipe
    • 📝Ingredient Notes
    • 🔪Equipment
    • 🥛How to Make The BEST Oat Milk Recipe
    • 🧊Storing
    • ✅Tips to Avoid Slimy Oat Milk
    • ⁉️Frequently Asked Question
    • 👍Ways to Enjoy Homemade Oat Milk
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️Why You'll Love this Recipe

    • Easy to make
    • Delicious
    • Cost-effective: Of all homemade plant-based milks, oat milk is one of the least expensive options. Nuts and seeds can be expensive, and (depending on where you live and shop) a 42-ounce container of rolled oats can cost around $4 to $6.
    Ingredients to make oat milk.

    📝Ingredient Notes

    • Rolled oats: Old-fashioned rolled oats yield the best results. I recommend using only rolled oats to avoid slimy oat milk.
    • Ice cold water: I use water straight from my Brita in the refrigerator. If you don't have one, just store 5 cups of water in the fridge until it's ice cold.
    • Pure maple syrup: NOT pancake syrup! Add 2 to 3 tablespoons or to taste to get the desired sweetness. You can also use honey. I would start with 1 or 2 tablespoons and add to taste. Homemade oat milk is very bland without a sweetener, and honey has a very distinct taste that can shine through if you use too much.

    🔪Equipment

    • Blender
    • Nut milk bag (or fine mesh strainer): I purchased my nut milk bag from Amazon for about $13, but you can find others for as little as $7.

    🥛How to Make The BEST Oat Milk Recipe

    Rolled oats and water in a blender.
    1. Place the rolled oats and cold water in a blender. Blend for about 10 to 20 seconds, depending on your blender. Start with 10 seconds and work your way up in 5-second increments. Over-blending can make the oat milk slimy. If you have a high-speed blender, 10 seconds should be plenty of time.
    Pouring oat milk into a nut milk bag.

    2. Pour the milk into a pitcher or carafe, and rinse out the blender. Place a nut milk bag over the blender, and strain the oat milk. If there's a lot of thick pulp in the bottom of the blender, I discard it rather than strain it.

    Gently straining the oat milk.

    3. Be very gentle while straining and do NOT squeeze the bag. This can cause the milk to be slimy. Gently apply pressure to strain the oat milk. You can either save the oat pulp for other uses or discard it. Then add the vanilla, pure maple syrup, and a pinch of salt, and give it a quick blend to combine.

    Pouring oat milk into a carafe.

    4. Rinse out the pitcher or carafe it was previously poured in, and pour it back in one final time for storing. Shake before serving. Enjoy!

    🧊Storing

    Oat milk will last in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

    ✅Tips to Avoid Slimy Oat Milk

    • Do not over-blend: Only blend the water and oats for 10 to 20 seconds, depending on your blender. Start with 10 and work your way up in 5-second increments to be safe.
    • Do not squeeze the nut milk bag: Squeezing the bag will release more of the starches, giving the oat milk a slimy and gross consistency. I leave a little bit of liquid in the pulp to avoid squeezing it out.
    • Use rolled oats: Rolled oats are less processed so the starches aren't broken down as much as other types of oats such as steel cut or quick oats.
    • Do not soak the oats: Soaking the oats will make your oat milk slimy. So it's best to use dry oats.

    ⁉️Frequently Asked Question

    Can you use oat milk in hot beverages?

    Yes! I love to use homemade oat milk in hot beverages like coffee.

    Can you make oat milk without a blender?

    Yes. You can use a food processor, but a good high-speed blender will give the best results.

    Can oat milk replace milk in recipes?

    Yes. For savory recipes, I would omit the vanilla and pure maple syrup. Some homemade oat milks can get slimy when they are heated, but I have not experienced that with this recipe.

    What can you use oat milk pulp for?

    This article shares 12 ways you can use leftover oat pulp.

    Can you froth homemade oat milk?

    Homemade oat milk does not froth well because oats do not contain very much fat or protein, which is needed to create a nice frothy milk. However, store-bought versions have thickeners and stabilizers which help it foam and not turn slimy when heated.

    Is oat milk gluten-free?

    Oats are naturally gluten-free, but they are sometimes cross-contaminated. So if you are sensitive to gluten, you'll want to find a brand that is certified gluten-free.

    👍Ways to Enjoy Homemade Oat Milk

    Homemade oat milk is great for baking, smoothies, a bowl of cereal, Chocolate Banana Milkshakes, Oat Milk Pancakes, an iced version of this Vanilla Matcha Latte, coffee creamer, and so much more! It's also my dairy-free milk of choice when it comes to drinking by itself. If you'd like to use this oat milk for savory recipes, I recommend omitting the pure maple syrup and vanilla.

    ⭐️Before you go! If you enjoyed this recipe for The BEST Oat Milk, leave a review and share it with me. I love to hear from you!

    📖 Recipe

    Pouring oat milk into a glass.

    The BEST Oat Milk Recipe

    Kayla
    This is by far The Best Oat Milk Recipe because it's creamy, delicious, and NOT slimy! It's a quick and affordable milk alternative that you can make in under 5 minutes.
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 5
    Calories 85 kcal

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup rolled oats
    • 5 cups ice cold water
    • 2 to 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup or to taste
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • a pinch of salt

    Instructions
     

    • Place the rolled oats and cold water in a blender. Blend for about 10 to 20 seconds, depending on your blender. Start with 10 seconds and work your way up in 5-second increments. Over-blending can make the oat milk slimy. If you have a high-speed blender, 10 seconds should be plenty of time.
    • Pour the milk into a pitcher or carafe, and rinse out the blender. Place a nut milk bag (or fine mesh strainer) over the blender, and strain the oat milk. If there's a lot of thick pull in the bottom of the blender, I discard it rather than strain it.
    • Be very gentle while straining and do NOT squeeze the bag. This can cause the milk to be slimy. Gently apply pressure to strain the oat milk. You can either save the oat pulp for other uses or discard it. Then add the vanilla, pure maple syrup, and a pinch of salt, and give it a quick blend to combine.
    • Rinse out the pitcher or carafe it was previously poured in, and pour it back in one final time for storing.
    • Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake before serving. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Do not squeeze the nut milk bag: Squeezing the bag too much will release more of the starches, giving the oat milk a slimy and gross consistency. Apply gentle pressure when straining. I leave a little bit of liquid in the pulp to avoid squeezing it out.
    • For a creamier oat milk, use 4 cups cold water.
    • View the post above to see step-by-step instructions with photos. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 14mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword oat milk, oat milk recipe, the best oat milk recipe
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    Note: The nutrition label is only an estimate. Amounts may vary.

    More Beverages

    • Oat milk pumpkin spice creamer in a glass bottle.
      Oat Milk Pumpkin Spice Creamer
    • Dairy-free cold foam over iced coffee.
      Dairy-Free Cold Foam
    • Vanilla matcha latte in a white mug.
      Vanilla Matcha Latte
    • Blueberry juice in a glass cup.
      Blueberry Juice Recipe
    Get the Brunch Pro Theme

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    No Comments

    Did you make this recipe? Let me know! Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Kayla Daniels.

    HEY THERE! I'M KAYLA.

    I make delicious food that just so happens to be dairy free. It's my goal to help make you excited about what you can eat! So here's a menu of options. Enjoy!

    More about me →

    Popular Recipes

    • Holding a tortilla chip that's been dipped in the dairy-free buffalo chicken dip that is topped with green onions. Served with a side of tortilla chips in a white bowl in the bottom left corner.
      Dairy-Free Buffalo Chicken Dip (The BEST)
    • Dairy-free cream of chicken soup in a mason jar.
      Dairy-Free Cream of Chicken Soup
    • Spicy sausage rice in a white bowl with a tan bottom. Contents in bowl are light brown in color and topped with bright red tomatoes and green onions that have been lightly cooked. The background shows the pot of rice next to a gold spoon and fresh green parsley in a mason jar.
      Gordon Ramsay's Spicy Sausage Rice
    • Healthier garlic bread on brown parchment paper, sliced and topped with fresh parsley.
      Healthier Garlic Bread

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Terms of Service
    • Cookie Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2025 · The Dairy-Free Menu.

    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
    Do not sell my personal information.
    Cookie settingsACCEPT
    Manage consent

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
    CookieDurationDescription
    cookielawinfo-checbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
    cookielawinfo-checbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
    cookielawinfo-checbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
    viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
    Functional
    Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
    Performance
    Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
    Analytics
    Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
    Advertisement
    Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
    Others
    Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
    SAVE & ACCEPT