Easy Breezy Rice Milk

Discover the simplicity of homemade, dairy-free goodness with this Easy Breezy Rice Milk recipe—a quick and budget-friendly alternative to store-bought plant-based milks! Made with just a handful of pantry staples, including rice, water, and optional flavor enhancers like vanilla extract and your favorite sweetener, this customizable recipe is both versatile and wholesome. Whether you choose white rice for a light and delicate flavor or brown rice for added nutrients, the result is a creamy, refreshing beverage perfect for sipping, blending into smoothies, or pouring over cereal. With only 10 minutes of prep and minimal effort, this vegan-friendly recipe yields a smooth, milky consistency that’s a delight for anyone seeking a lactose-free or nut-free option. Try it today and enjoy fresh rice milk tailored perfectly to your taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup White or brown rice
• 4 cups Water
• 1 pinch Salt (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Sweetener of choice (e.g., maple syrup, honey, or sugar; optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes (white rice) or 30 minutes (brown rice), until the rice is soft and cooked through.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the cooked rice to cool to room temperature for about 10 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer the cooled cooked rice into a blender. Add the remaining 2 cups of water. If using, also add the pinch of salt, vanilla extract, and sweetener of your choice.

Step 5

Blend the mixture on high speed for 2-3 minutes, or until the rice is fully broken down and the mixture appears smooth and milky.

Step 6

Strain the rice milk through a fine mesh sieve, cheesecloth, or nut milk bag into a large bowl or pitcher to remove any remaining rice solids.

Step 7

Pour the strained rice milk into an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving for the best flavor and texture.

Step 8

Shake well before each use, as natural separation may occur. Enjoy your rice milk as a drink, in cereal, smoothies, or your favorite recipes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1179.6 grams (1179.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	311

Total Fat 0.70g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 173mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 67.00g	24%
Dietary Fiber 0.80g	3%
Total Sugars 9.80g
Protein 5.40g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 87mg	7%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 108mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.1%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 90.6%