Is oat milk healthy? Do you also want to learn how to make homemade vanilla oat milk in a blender? Well, let's discuss oat milk. Over the past year, many health and wellness trends have popped up. But one that seemed to go at full speed and get the attention of health-inspired people everywhere is oat milk. It is no surprise, since dairy-free milk like almond and cashew has been popular for several years. There are many health benefits of oat milk. Oat milk is another dairy-free option, that is a little nuttier than the rest, and is slightly thicker, so it can be great for smoothies. Keep reading to learn the benefits of oat milk, and get this delicious oat milk recipe below.

Health Benefits of Drinking Oat Milk
There are so many wonderful benefits to drinking oat milk. This dairy-free milk alternative, which is creamy, so it's perfect for those morning lattes too. I personally love some unsweetened oat milk in my morning cup of coffee. I used to be such a die-hard almond milk fan for my lattes, but love unsweetened oat milk even more.
You Get Tons of Nutrients From Drinking Oat Milk
To start with, when you use oat milk, you get all the health benefits of eating oats. Maybe you aren’t a fan of oatmeal, but you want all the dietary fiber, calcium, vitamin A, vitamin D, and B12 that oats contain. Well, you’re in luck!
Oat milk is made from oats and water, where you strain the nutrients and create a liquid from the oats themselves. This makes for thicker milk that is delicious, tastes like oats, and gives you many important vitamins and minerals.
Oat Milk is a Dairy-Free Alternative to Cow’s Milk
Going dairy-free is more popular than ever before. Whether you are lactose intolerant, vegan, or simply don’t like how you feel after consuming dairy, oat milk gives you another excellent option. Maybe you are allergic to soy, so you can’t consume soy milk, and want to try something different than cashew or almond milk.
Oat milk often contains more fiber and nutrients than some of these other options. Plus, if you are truly a fan of oats, you might prefer the flavor of this type of milk.
Oat Milk May Help Benefit Cholesterol Levels
It has also been shown to lower cholesterol and even balance blood pressure in people who drink it regularly. Oat milk contains beta-glucans, which are a type of soluble fiber important for your health. They help lower cholesterol and boost your cardiovascular health. Nutrients in oat milk like vitamin D and vitamin A can also boost your immunity, according to a study listed in the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
Whether you see these health benefits from oat milk, it is a tasty alternative to cow’s milk and dairy-free milk alternatives. You can drink oat milk on its own, use it in smoothies or smoothie bowls, or even add it to your oatmeal for a thick, flavorful breakfast.
How to Make Homemade Vanilla Oat Milk in a Blender
"📖 Recipe"
Vanilla Oat Milk in a Blender
Ingredients
- ½ cup Whole Rolled Oats
- 3 cups Water
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 teaspoons Maple Syrup
- 1 pinch Sea Salt
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients in a blender for 30 to 45 seconds.
- Strain the mixture over a large bowl through a fine mesh strainer.
- Refrigerate or drink immediately if using cold water. Enjoy,
RECIPE TIPS:
- If you prefer unsweetened oat milk for taste or a lower sugar content, omit the maple syrup. Additionally, if you prefer plain unflavored oat milk, omit the maple syrup AND vanilla extract. You can also make chocolate oat milk by adding in a tablespoon of raw cacao powder. The flavor possibilities are endless.
GLUTEN-FREE ALERT:
- If you have celiac disease or a gluten allergy, be sure to get certified gluten-free oats instead of regular oats.
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Delicious Latte Recipes That Can Be Made With Oat Milk
In case you would love to try out one of my delicious latte recipes here are my favorites.
- Healthy & energizing pink latte recipe
- How to make a stress-relieving adaptogenic matcha latte
- Make Starbucks Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso
Let's Discuss Delicious Health Oat Milk Benefits!
I would love to hear what your experience with oat milk has been. Have you made smoothies with it? Did you try healthy oat milk in your morning latte?
I hope you try out my homemade oat milk recipe. Let me know in the comments below. Take a photo and tag me @Eat_Your_Nutrition on Instagram. I love seeing your photos. #EatYourNutrition #LauraVillanueva
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