Available unsweetened or sweetened, plain or flavored, there’s an almond milk for everyone. Almond milk benefits many dietary needs and is lactose-free, gluten-free, soy-free and vegan, making it a perfect solution for those looking for an alternative to dairy.
One 8-ounce serving of plain, unsweetened almond milk has the least number of calories when compared to non-fat dairy milk and other alternative dairy products. This same serving also is free of sugar, cholesterol, and saturated fat.
**Bioavailability should be taken into consideration with calcium levels.
It is important to note that almond milk nutrition facts will vary from brand to brand, depending on how finely the almond milk is strained. Some brands will add calcium, vitamin D and other nutrients to boost the nutritional profile. We recommend checking the nutrition labels and trying a few brands to find the right almond milk for you.
Almond milk is the perfect blank canvas to carry trending flavors and develop premium cross-category drinks thanks to its neutral taste and creamy and silky texture. As a result, almond milk is a key base in alternative dairy options like yogurt, cheese, creamers, and frozen desserts.
Furthermore, new product launches show almond milk meeting established and emerging health and label claims in alternative dairy options for vegan, gluten free and plant-based diets1.
With growing consumer interest in plant-based eating, Innova Market Insights research shows exciting opportunities in alternative dairy innovation. Learn what alt-dairy consumers are looking for and how the category landscape is shifting in response in our podcast Almond Essentials: The Future of Alt-Dairy and in our Global Trends and Implications for Almond Milk infographic.
Learn more about the latest almond trends on our Tools for the Food Professional page.
There are many ways to incorporate almond milk into recipes. We’ve included some of our favorite recipes using almond milk below, including a recipe for how to make almond milk at home.
Have you wondered how to make almond milk at home? Find out how by following these five simple steps.
Please note: Homemade almond milk keeps in the fridge for about five to seven days. Shake gently before using it.
Warm up with this twist on a childhood favorite, Almond Milk Hot Chocolate, made with high-quality chocolate and almond milk.
Almond milk in coffee is always a good idea. In this recipe, three almond forms – almond butter, almond milk and almond flour – are whipped together with cold brew coffee and boba in this dairy-free mocha beverage.
Let this crisp and fruity drink give you a smart morning start, or act as an afternoon snack to keep hunger at bay. With every sip, you'll enjoy the smooth taste of almond butter, almond milk, frozen raspberries, and a touch of honey.
Try this cold brew coffee recipe and pair it with your favorite store bought almond milk or make your own.
If you make your own almond milk at home you may wonder what to do with the leftover ground almond pulp. Although it doesn’t have as much flavor as almond flour, it still has texture, fiber and other nutritious ingredients. So, don’t throw it away—you can use it in baking (try our delicious Rosemary Parmesan Almond Pulp Cracker recipe), or toast it and use as a topping for your morning oatmeal or as a thickener in a smoothie.
