
HOMEMADE COCONUT MILK
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut flakes*, unsweetened
- 4 cups hot water filtered
Instructions
- Measure coconut flakes and hot water into a blender, Process for 45 seconds to 1 minute and repeat
- Pour through a mesh colander first to get most of the coconut out, and then squeeze through a towel or several thicknesses of cheesecloth to get remaining pieces of coconut out.
- Flavor options- add in after all coconut has been strained out: ½ tsp vanilla extract, ½ cup fresh or frozen strawberries, 2 tsp cocoa powder + ½ tsp vanilla.
- Drink immediately or store in the fridge. Should be used in 3-4 days after making for best flavor and texture.
- Since there are no preservatives or fillers, the "cream" of the coconut milk may separate on the top if stored in the fridge. Just shake or stir before using.
Notes
* To use shredded coconut, use ¾ cup.
For two cups: ½ cup coconut, 2 cups hot water
For one cup: ¼ cup coconut, 1 cup hot water
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