5 Minute Almond Milk

Total Prep Time: 5 minutes

Serves: 2 (3 cups of almond milk)

Ingredients: 1 cup of raw almonds 3 cups of water 3 pitted dates

Action: 1. In a powerful blender like the VITAMIX blend all ingredients for four minutes or until smooth and crisp, light and creamy. 2. Ready to drink!

Suggestions: + Add 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for Vanilla Almond Milk + Add 2 cups of strawberries and more dates for a sweet Strawberry Milk! + Add 4 teaspoons of cacao powder and 3 more dates for a sweet Chocolate Milk! + Add chilled water or ice for a cooler milk!

Tips: + If you want a smoother milk, soak the almonds for at least 4 hours in water, then pop their skins off before putting them in the blender! + If you do not have a powerful blender you may end up with chunks in your milk. + If you want a nut free version, use sunflower seeds or hemp seeds.

Benefits: + Dairy Free + Soy Free + Refined Sugar Free + Gluten Free + Vegan + Raw + High in Vitamin E + Aids Weight Loss + Good for Clear Skin + High in Protein + 3 ingredients + Under 5 minutes + Dairy Replacement