Healthy Almond Milk Recipes

We often wonder why people with diabetes choose unsweetened almond milk over regular dairy milk. It is because of the simple reason being that almond milk contains less carbs compared to any other milk. It is the best alternative for diabetics or any person who is on a sugar free/ low carb/ low calorie diet. Even fitness freaks who go to the gym daily in order to build their body consume almond milk protein shakes post their workouts. Almond milk has so many benefits that everyone can and must make it a part of their diet: from 1 year old kids to old, aged people. Following are a few and most important ones:

• ●      Low in calories
• ●      Low in sugar
• ●      High in Vitamin E
• ●      Good source of calcium
• ●      Lactose free

While consuming almond milk in its unsweetened form is the most effective and healthy way, some people prefer flavoured almond milk too. You can have almond milk by itself or use it to prepare other healthy dishes. Given below are some interesting ways in which you can use unsweetened almond milk:

• ●      Peanut Butter Protein Pancakes

What you need:

1. 1.     40 grams rolled oats
2. 2.     100 ml unsweetened almond milk
3. 3.     30 gms peanut butter
4. 4.     15 grams baking powder
5. 5.     2 eggs

How to prepare:

Mix all the dry ingredients separately followed by the wet ingredients. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk thoroughly. Fry the mixture on a pan and top it with your favourite fresh fruits like strawberries, blackberries or blueberries.

• ●      Masala Haldi Badam Milk

Haldi Milk (Turmeric Milk) has various benefits and it is often consumed at night in order to get a peaceful sleep.

What you need:

1. 1.     1 cup of unsweetened almond milk
2. 2.     1 stick of cinnamon
3. 3.     1 tsp of grated fresh ginger
4. 4.     A pinch of black pepper
5. 5.     ½ tsp of turmeric
6. 6.     A pinch of cardamom
7. 7.     1 tbsp of honey

How to prepare:

Add all the ingredients into a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Mix it well. Strain it if required and enjoy!

• ●      Green Smoothie Bowl

What you need:

1. 1.     Unsweetened almond milk
2. 2.     Spinach
3. 3.     Celery
4. 4.     Frozen mango
5. 5.     Frozen pineapple
6. 6.     Greek yogurt
7. 7.     Honey
8. 8.     Chia seeds
9. 9.     Flax seeds

How to prepare:

Blend all the above ingredients in a blender and your base is ready. Top it with some coconut shavings, granola and dark chocolate of your choice.

• ●      Chia Pudding

If you are looking for some breakfast inspiration, then you can’t go wrong with a simple and healthy chia pudding. Chia is a superfood that is high in protein and loaded with health benefits. The following recipe is a chia base to which you can add any favourite toppings of your choice.

What you need:

1. 1.     1.5 cups of unsweetened almond milk
2. 2.     ½ cup chia seeds
3. 3.     1 tsp of maple syrup
4. 4.     1 tsp vanilla extract

How to prepare:

In a bowl, mix chia seeds, almond milk and vanilla extract. Cover and leave it overnight in the fridge. Give it a good stir in the morning and it is ready to go. Add maple syrup to sweeten the mixture.

Topping Suggestions: (Optional) – Mint leaves, fresh fruits like banana or strawberries, chopped nuts, greek yogurt, coconut shavings, peanut butter