How to make your own chestnut milk: benefits and easy recipe

Find out how to prepare your own homemade chestnut milk. Take advantage of its health benefits and follow our simple recipe for a tasty and economical plant-based milk.

Make your own chestnut milk at home! Learn why it’s better for you, the environment, and discover the easy recipe for high-fiber, lactose-free milk.

Homemade chestnut milk: benefits, benefits and easy recipe

Making your own chestnut milk has several advantages. First of all, it allows you to control the quality of the ingredients: you know exactly what goes into its composition, without additives or preservatives.
Ensuite, it’s an eco-friendly choice, as you reduce packaging waste and your carbon footprint. Economically, although chestnuts may seem expensive, homemade milk is generally less expensive than store-bought.
You can also customize the recipe to your tastes, adjusting the texture and sugar level.
Finally, preparing your milk at home guarantees better conservation of nutrientsbecause it is not subject to industrial treatments which can alter its nutritional qualities.

The benefits of chestnut milk

Chestnut milk is an excellent substitute for dairy products, particularly appreciated for its sweetness and its nutritional qualities:

Rich in fiber : It helps digestion and promotes intestinal transit.

Source of slow carbohydrates : Provides lasting energy without causing blood sugar spikes.

Sans gluten and sans lactose : Ideal for people intolerant or allergic to lactose or gluten.

Source of vitamins and minerals : In particular vitamin C, potassium and magnesium, essential for the immune system and the proper functioning of muscles.

Hypoallergenic : Suitable for people who are sensitive or allergic to many other types of plant-based milk (such as almond or soy).

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Homemade chestnut milk recipe

Ingredients (for 1 liter of milk)

• 200 g fresh or dried chestnuts
• 1 L of water
• 1 pinch of salt
• Optional: 1 tablespoon of maple syrup or honey to sweeten

Preparation

If using fresh chestnuts, start by slicing them and boiling them for 20 minutes to make peeling easier. If you have dry chestnuts, soak them in water overnight to soften them.

Once peeled, put the chestnuts in a saucepan with a liter of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to the boil then simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes until very tender.

Mix everything until you obtain a smooth texture. If necessary, add a little water to adjust the consistency.

Strain using cheesecloth or a clean cloth to remove any remaining pieces of pulp.

You can sweeten your milk with a little maple syrup or honey if you wish.

Store chestnut milk in the refrigerator and consume it within 3 to 4 days.

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