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    Published: May 29, 2019 · Modified: Mar 13, 2022 by Stephanie McKercher, RDN · 18 Comments

    Homemade Strawberry Oat Milk

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    Balanced with sweet, tart, and nutty flavors, Homemade Strawberry Oat Milk is an eco-friendly dairy alternative that’ll make you feel like a kid again.

    Pink glass filled with strawberry oat milk with a strawberry garnish. Jars of oats and milk jars in background.

    Remember that fruity pink powder you’d scoop out of the container and mix into a glass of milk when you were little?

    Ah, the memories.

    I’m not exactly sure how that powder mix was made back in the day, but I had the notion I could whip up an updated version by blending a few simple kitchen staples: oats, fresh strawberries, water.

    No mystery ingredients here.

    Overhead shot of strawberry oat milk against grey background.

    There’s a lot to love about this updated take on strawberry milk.

    First, it’s naturally dairy-free, so pretty much anyone can enjoy it.

    Second, oat milk is an eco-friendly choice.

    You can lessen your environmental impact by swapping in oat milk for some of the dairy you usually have at home.

    Since you’re making this version from scratch, you’re also reducing your packaging waste. (Buy oats in the bulk section and use reusable bags to make it zero waste.)

    Milk jar filled with strawberry oat milk with a stainless steel straw.
    Overhead shot of strawberries and glass of homemade strawberry milk.

    How to make Strawberry Oat Milk:

    If you’ve ever tried your hand at homemade nut milk of any kind, the process for making this Strawberry Oat Milk will already sound familiar.  

    What you’ll need:

    • Fine mesh strainer (for rinsing the oats)
    • Blender
    • Nut milk bag or cheesecloth
    • Pitcher or large jar (for storing the milk)

    Before you begin, give the oats a good rinse to remove some of the surface starches. This improves the texture of the finished product.

    Next, add all the ingredients to your blender container.

    Oats, strawberries, water, and salt are all you really need, but if you’re up for it, I like to add a little sweetener and vanilla, too. (BTW, you can also omit the berries to make a plain version!)

    Once everything is inside the container, cover, and power the blender on to high. Let all the ingredients start to incorporate together while the mixture blends for a couple of minutes.

    Finally, strain the Strawberry Oat Milk to separate the pulp.

    I have a reusable nut milk bag that works great for this, but you can also strain oat milk through a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer in a pinch.

    Place the nut milk bag or cheesecloth over the pitcher or jar you want to hold the milk.

    Pour the contents of the blender into the pitcher, allowing the nut milk bag to catch the pulp and separate it from the liquid.

    Twist the top of the nut milk bag closed (to prevent pulp from getting out) and use your hands to press out all of the remaining liquid into the pitcher.

    Once you’re finished, you’ll be left with a dry clump of oat and strawberry pulp. Don’t toss this in the trash! You can add leftover pulp it to overnight oats, muesli, pancakes, or baked goods.  

    This Strawberry Oat Milk is so simple to make and it tastes amazing, too. This recipe is not quite as sweet as the powdered drink of 90’s lore, but you can also adjust how much agave you use to get the flavor just right for you.

    It’s an updated classic you can feel good about. Ready for a walk down memory lane?

    Milk jars filled with strawberry oat milk.

    Homemade Strawberry Oat Milk

    Stephanie McKercher, RDN
    Oats and fresh strawberries are blended to make a refreshingly sweet and tart dairy-free drink.
    4.8 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Beverages, Breakfast
    Cuisine dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan
    Servings 4 cups

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup oats, rinsed
    • 2 cups halved strawberries
    • 2 teaspoons agave nectar or sweetener of choice (optional)
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt
    • 4 cups water, filtered

    Instructions
     

    • Add oats, strawberries, agave nectar (if using), vanilla extract (if using), and salt to blender container. Pour water into blender container. Cover and blend on high 2 minutes, or until mixture turns pink and creamy.
    • Strain liquid through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Twist the nut milk bag or cheesecloth closed and squeeze out remaining liquid with your hands.
    • Serve oat milk immediately or cover and shake to prevent separation in between uses.

    Notes

    Refrigerate up to 5 days.
     
    Reserve leftover strawberry oat pulp for use in overnight oats/muesli, warm oatmeal, pancakes, and baked goods.
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    1. Lorie says

      June 11, 2019 at 1:21 pm

      I saw this on Bob’s Red Mill Instagram yesterday and was dying. I always had a thing for strawberry milk even when everyone else was downing the chocolate. Oat milk is a new fave of mine!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        June 12, 2019 at 9:16 am

        haha right?? I LOVED the strawberry flavor, although chocolate is right up my alley, too. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Natalie says

      June 11, 2019 at 9:37 am

      Wow this is such a treat. I bet my kiddo will love this. It's super healthy too. I will defnitnitely give this a try.

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        June 11, 2019 at 10:15 am

        Thanks, Natalie! Hope you guys enjoy it!

        Reply
    3. Angela says

      June 11, 2019 at 7:10 am

      I love the idea of making my own oat milk! This recipe sounds delicious, can't wait to give it a try!!!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        June 11, 2019 at 7:28 am

        Thanks, Angela! Hope you have a chance to try this!

        Reply
    4. Bethany Rutledge says

      June 11, 2019 at 6:49 am

      Okay wow. This looks really good. I think I need a milkshake. 🙂

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        June 11, 2019 at 7:04 am

        oooo this would be delicious with ice cream for a frozen milkshake!

        Reply
    5. Emily @Sinful Nutrition says

      June 10, 2019 at 5:13 pm

      Now I am totally craving strawberry milk! I definitely need to try & make my own oat milk now!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        June 11, 2019 at 7:03 am

        Let me know if you try this! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Deborah Brooks says

      June 10, 2019 at 12:12 pm

      Everyone seems to be loving oat milk these days! I will have to give this one a try

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        June 11, 2019 at 7:03 am

        It's really delicious and a good sustainable milk option!

        Reply
    7. Kelly says

      June 10, 2019 at 12:03 pm

      You had me at strawberries! Just got a big bunch of them so will put this next in the queue!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        June 11, 2019 at 7:02 am

        Yay for fresh strawberry season!

        Reply
    8. Abbey Sharp says

      June 10, 2019 at 9:30 am

      I've been digging oat milk lately, especially in my lattes. Obsessed with the colour of this milk

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        June 11, 2019 at 7:02 am

        Oat milk is the BEST for lattes! This is a fun way to change things up and also good for kiddos!

        Reply
    9. Fiona Manoon says

      May 30, 2019 at 11:33 pm

      Brilliant Recipe. !! I loved it .
      Thanks for sharing .
      Keep Posting !!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        May 31, 2019 at 6:52 am

        Thanks so much, Fiona! So glad you liked it!

        Reply

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