Homemade Rice Milk Recipe (easy, creamy & allergy-friendly)
If you're searching for the most allergy-friendly plant-based milk out there, homemade rice milk is a top contender. It’s dairy-free, nut-free, soy-free, and gluten-free, making it an ideal choice for people with food sensitivities or allergies. It’s light, subtly sweet, and incredibly versatile—perfect for everything from coffee and cereal to smoothies and baking.
With the help of the Plantmilk’r - Nut, Oat & Soy Milk Maker, making fresh rice milk at home has never been easier. This smart appliance heats your ingredients to 100°C, ensuring safe and thorough cooking for rice and soy-based milks—something standard blenders simply can’t do.
Why Choose Rice Milk?
Rice milk is a plant-based beverage made from rice and water, often lightly sweetened with natural ingredients like dates or maple syrup. It’s especially popular with individuals who are avoiding dairy, nuts, soy, or gluten. While store-bought rice milk is widely available, it often contains oils, emulsifiers, and preservatives. Making your own allows you to enjoy clean, whole ingredients without compromise.
Key Benefits of Rice Milk:
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✅ Hypoallergenic: Perfect for those with nut, soy, dairy, or gluten allergies.
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✅ Naturally sweet: With the addition of a pitted date or two, rice milk has a pleasant, mild sweetness.
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✅ Low in fat: Compared to other plant milks, rice milk is naturally lower in fat.
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✅ Digestive-friendly: Easy to digest and gentle on sensitive stomachs.
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✅ Customizable: You control the flavor, thickness, and sweetness.
Why Choose Rice Milk?
Rice milk is a plant-based beverage made from rice and water, often lightly sweetened with natural ingredients like dates or maple syrup. It’s especially popular with individuals who are avoiding dairy, nuts, soy, or gluten. While store-bought rice milk is widely available, it often contains oils, emulsifiers, and preservatives. Making your own allows you to enjoy clean, whole ingredients without compromise.
Key Benefits of Rice Milk:
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Hypoallergenic: Perfect for those with nut, soy, dairy, or gluten allergies.
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✅ Naturally sweet: With the addition of a pitted date or two, rice milk has a pleasant, mild sweetness.
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✅ Low in fat: Compared to other plant milks, rice milk is naturally lower in fat.
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✅ Digestive-friendly: Easy to digest and gentle on sensitive stomachs.
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✅ Customizable: You control the flavor, thickness, and sweetness.
Homemade Rice Milk Recipe (Using the Plantmilk’r - Nut, Oat & Soy Milk Maker)
Skip the store-bought cartons and make fresh rice milk at home with simple ingredients and using the Plantmilk'r nut milk maker.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons white rice, rinsed
- 1-2 pitted dates (depending on preferred sweetness)
- Pinch of salt
- 1.5 cups of water
Instructions
Add all ingredients to the Plantmilk'r - Nut, Oat & Soy Milk Maker and run the 'Soy / Rice' setting.
Once the function is complete, let the rice milk cool down for 5-10 minutes as it will be very hot. Enjoy your homemade rice milk warm, or place it in the fridge for later.
Note - the 'Soy / Rice' function takes approximately 20 minutes to complete (as it needs to cook the soy beans to 100 degrees celsius, making them safe to consume).
How to Use Rice Milk in Your Everyday Routine
Rice milk is light and refreshing, with a subtle sweetness that makes it perfect for a variety of uses. Here are a few ideas for incorporating it into your daily routine:
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In coffee, matcha, or tea lattes
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Poured over cereal, oatmeal, or granola
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Blended into smoothies or protein shakes
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As a base for soups, sauces, or curries
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Used in baking recipes like muffins, pancakes, or cakes
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Enjoyed on its own as a refreshing, naturally sweet drink
Tips for Perfect Homemade Rice Milk
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Want it creamier? Use cooked white rice instead of raw, or add a spoonful of oats for extra creaminess.
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For richer flavor: Add vanilla, cinnamon, or even a small splash of coconut milk.
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Prefer no sweetener? Omit the dates or replace with a pinch of stevia.
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Texture control: Strain the milk for a silkier finish, or leave it unstrained for extra fiber.
FAQs About Homemade Rice Milk
Is rice milk safe for babies or toddlers?
Homemade rice milk is not a suitable replacement for breast milk or infant formula but can be introduced in moderation to older children as part of a balanced diet. Always consult your pediatrician.
How long does homemade rice milk last?
Rice milk should be consumed within 3-4 days and stored in the fridge. Because there are no preservatives, it has a shorter shelf life than store-bought versions.
Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?
Yes! Brown rice offers more fiber and a slightly nuttier taste, though it may result in a grainier texture and require longer cooking.
Can I sweeten rice milk without dates?
Absolutely. Use maple syrup, agave, coconut sugar, or even cinnamon and vanilla for a naturally sweet flavor.
Can you froth rice milk for lattes?
Rice milk doesn’t froth as well as oat or soy milk due to its low fat and protein content, but it can still be gently heated and added to coffee or tea.
Why Use the Plantmilk’r Machine for Rice Milk?
The Plantmilk’r - Nut, Oat & Soy Milk Maker simplifies and enhances the process of making rice milk at home. Its ‘Soy / Rice’ program is specifically designed to heat, cook, and blend ingredients like uncooked rice—something standard blenders can’t safely do.
Top Benefits:
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Built-in heating to 100°C for safety and digestibility
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Pre-programmed functions for nuts, oats, soy, and rice
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No need to soak or pre-cook rice
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Easy to clean and compact
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Environmentally friendly and cost-effective
Ready to Make Fresh Rice Milk at Home?
Ditch the cartons and additives—start making your own fresh, clean, and allergy-friendly rice milk at home with the Plantmilk’r - Nut, Oat & Soy Milk Maker. It’s an investment in your health, your wallet, and the planet.
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