How to Make Hazelnut Milk (Raw + Roasted)

Name: How to Make Hazelnut Milk (Raw + Roasted)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 375 min
Ingredients: 1 cup raw shelled hazelnuts; 3 cups water; 1/8 tsp salt; 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)

Make rich, creamy homemade hazelnut milk with only three ingredients in 15 minutes. It’s time to say goodbye to store-bought milk and switch to this amazing homemade nut milk that’s silky-smooth, nutty, and tastes so much better! We’ve also included instructions for four different variations. Try it today!

⭐️ Why You Should Try It

Rich and super creamy. The milk has a silky smooth consistency and rich mouthfeel without being too heavy. It’s delicious, enjoyed chilled or warm, and perfect for making chocolate hazelnut milk!
Wonderfully nutty taste. Roasted hazelnuts give this homemade nut milk a unique, rich, and nutty flavor that beats the store-bought ones. Not into toasty flavors? We have got you covered as well with a raw version.
Just 3 simple ingredients. You won’t need any hard-to-find ingredients to prepare this vegan milk. Just hazelnuts, water, and salt are needed!
Healthier than store-bought. Making your own non-dairy milk is the only way to guarantee it’s free from gluten, dairy, soy, and any artificial flavors, preservatives, or stabilizers.

📘 What is Hazelnut Milk

Hazelnut milk is a plant-based milk prepared from hazelnuts, water, and optionally a sweetener. The process of making hazelnut milk is easy. It consists of raw or roasted hazelnuts blended with water and then strained.

🌰 Ingredient Notes

Making your own plant-based milk is incredibly easy, and the result is much better than the one you get at the store! Here are the ingredients you will need:

Raw Hazelnuts – I recommend starting with raw hazelnuts that will be roasted until golden brown. In my opinion, it yields a superior flavor compared to the hazelnuts that are already roasted. Plus, it allows you to control the roast level.
Water – Although tap water works, I recommend opting for filtered water or bottled water for optimal flavor.
Maple syrup – To sweeten the milk. You can use dates, granulated sugar, or even agave syrup.
A pinch of salt – To enhance the hazelnut flavor.

🥣 How to Make It

1. Soak the hazelnuts

Add the hazelnuts to a bowl and cover with water.
Let the hazelnuts soak for at least 6 hours or overnight. This will not only allow the nuts to soften but will also make them more easily digestible.

2. Blend

Drain the hazelnuts and transfer them to a high-speed blender.
Add the water and a pinch of salt, and blend for about 30 seconds.

3. Strain the milk

Finally, strain the blended milk through a fine nut milk bag (or a clean dish towel!) to remove the pulp and end up with silky smooth milk!

📔 Tips

Use fresh hazelnuts. For optimal flavor, use fresh hazelnuts. Old hazelnuts tend to be rancid.
Adjust the consistency. You can use less water for a creamier and thicker milk, or more if you prefer a lighter consistency.
Don’t discard the pulp. Do not discard the leftover hazelnut pulp. It can be used in a multitude of ways! Check below to learn the different ways you can use it.

🍫 Variations

The best part of this recipe is that this hazelnut milk is customizable to your liking. Here are four different variations:

🌰 Raw Hazelnut Milk

With a fresh and almost herby flavor, this milk is prepared from raw hazelnuts. It is the easiest and quickest version.

Simply soak raw hazelnuts for at least 6 hours, blend with water, and strain.

🌰 Roasted Hazelnut Milk

Definitely my favorite! If you are a hazelnut lover, you will love the roasted version. This version is best enjoyed as is or in sweet recipes, as it has a strong hazelnut flavor.

Before soaking the hazelnuts, roast them for 10 minutes in a 350°F preheated oven.
Next, rub them between your fingers to remove their skin.
You can then soak the nuts and follow the rest of the process.

🌰 Mild Hazelnut Milk

This one is for the undecided. It combines half-roasted and half-raw hazelnuts. It has just a hint of toastiness but is not overpowering.

🌰 Chocolate Hazelnut Milk

When you are in need of a special treat, this is the one you want! It tastes like drinkable Nutella!

Heat 1 and 1/2 cups of hazelnut milk with 2 tablespoons of cacao powder, a tablespoon of maple syrup, and 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract for 3-5 minutes or until hot.

🍪 How to Use the Leftover Hazelnut Pulp?

Wondering what to do with the hazelnut pulp leftover after straining the milk? Here are a few ideas:

Add to smoothies: Add a few tablespoons of hazelnut pulp to your smoothies or yogurt for a delicate hazelnut flavor.
Make granola bars: Use it as a base to make either granola or granola bars.
Make vegan Nutella: Blend the pulp with melted dark chocolate, powdered sugar, and a few tablespoons of coconut cream to make a delicious chocolate spread.
Use in baking: Replace the almond flour with hazelnut pulp in cookies, brownies, etc.

How to Dehydrate Hazelnut Pulp

If you plan on using hazelnut pulp in baked goods, I highly recommend dehydrating it before use. To do so, spread the hazelnut pulp in an even layer on a baking sheet and dehydrate it for about 2 hours in a 200° F (93°C) preheated oven. Stir the pulp a few times during baking.

☕️ Where to Use Hazelnut Milk?

Due to its nutty flavor, hazelnut milk is best used in sweet recipes like:

Oatmeal: Cooked or overnight oats.
Latte: To add a delicious hazelnut flavor to your coffee!
Hot Chocolate: As stated above, to make a hot chocolate with a Nutella flavor.
Smoothies: Hazelnut milk + banana + cacao powder? A match made in heaven.
Baked goods: It adds just a hint of nuttiness, but we didn’t find it added a lot of flavor in muffins or cakes, for example.

❄️ Storing and Reheating

To store: For ideal freshness, consume this hazelnut milk within three days. After that, it tends to separate and doesn’t taste as good. Store it in the refrigerator and give it a quick shake before using.
To reheat: You can enjoy this milk chilled or hot. To warm, simply heat it in a pot over low-medium heat for 3-5 minutes.

💬 FAQ

Is there a way to prevent the milk from separating?

It is possible. However, you will have to rely on a stabilizer such as gellan gum.

How many calories are there in a glass of hazelnut milk?

That is a tough question, as it is very difficult to calculate the amount of hazelnuts left after blending and straining.

Can I increase the ratio of water to hazelnuts?

Yes, however, the milk will be thinner and not as creamy.

You will absolutely love this non-dairy hazelnut milk! It’s incredibly creamy, rich, and packed with a delightful nutty flavor that will leave you craving more.

🥛 More Plant-Based Milk Recipes

Black Sesame Milk

Vegan Condensed Milk (From Almond Milk!)

Creamy Banana Milk (Korean-Inspired!)

Homemade Peanut Milk

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