Homemade Oat Milk Recipe + Zero Waste Coffee Talk

How to make homemade oat milk.
Oat milk is legit! And it's super easy and inexpensive to make. If you haven’t yet tried it, you need to. Whether it’s in your coffee, your cereal, or in your baking, you owe it to yourself to see what all of the fuss is about.
With most things in life, making your own is a lot less expensive. Nowhere is this more true than in the world of oat milk. Buying it in the store, or online, can you could pay anywhere from three to four bucks, all the way up to eight or nine bucks for a litre of the ever elusive Oatly.
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[@MonsonMadeThis]

By far, the most popular comment on this video, asks why I "throw out" the soaking water. Many people are concerned about the loss of fiber, nutrients, or just the wastefulness of the water in relation to the fact that I have titled this a "zero waste coffee talk". In short, the soaking water doesn't contain any beneficial nutrients, nor does it contain any fiber. The water that is discarded contains surface starches that when blended, can make the milk slimy. Can you make it without soaking? Yes. Will it possibly turn out more slimy, or less "milky"? Possibly. What else can you do with the water? Use it in smoothies, water your plants, use it to make oatmeal... The remaining water is not dangerous to consume, nor does it contain any magical elements that were leached out of the oats during the soaking process. In my experience, the soaking and rinsing of the oats prior to making milk, yields a better textured milk in the end. This is what works for me, and that's what I did in this video. If you decided to make your own oat milk, then take this simple idea of blending oats and water and make it your own. Additionally, you don't have to strain the oat milk after it is blended, but you will end up with a gritty milk if you don't. The oat fiber that remains after straining can be dried and use as oat flour, added to smoothies, or just composted. If you scroll through the comments, you'll see a lot of great suggestions. In the end, it's your oat milk! Have fun with it! Thanks for watching!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you.

[@autumnthekalimbaist6833]

People are crazy, you made a good video :)

[@RK-su4hs]

Monson Made This try using the soaking water to water your plants If within 3 weeks you notice the plants flourishing. Then silicon calcium and b vitamins And other minerals Are indeed in the soaking water Best to use Distilled water when creating these milks I work for a holistic MD she has patients with skin disorders. Rashes, eczema psoriasis cradle chap etc etc use bath the area in oat milk 2 or 3 times daily Works like a charm

[@naturalone7215]

You can use the soaking water to bathe in. It's great for your skin :)

[@jeremycline9542]

Pulp tips: 1. as your binder in veggie burgers 2. folded into bread dough gives the crust a gorgeous crunch yet also makes the interior silky smooth 3. add it to your oatmeal...sounds like redundant but it's not

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Great tips! Thanks for letting us know. I'm interested in adding it to bread dough...

[@jeremycline9542]

You can add the pulp of up to a dry half cup's worth without changing your recipes ratios!

[@Cha053ngine]

Soaked oats in bread is soooo amazing. Such a soft crumb

[@jeremycline9542]

@@Cha053ngine I like what it does to the crust, too.

[@Cha053ngine]

@@jeremycline9542 I haven't noticed any cust based changes. What does it do for you?

[@cherisseguerrero9657]

I don't know if anyone has posted this yet... but the water after soaking makes a great emollient for sensative and or dry skin. ZW! : )

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I appreciate the suggestion. I'm always looking to find uses for "waste". Most people just freaked out that I did't use the water to make the milk. Thanks!

[@wellergurl]

HI CHERISSE. That sounds great. How do you use it/apply it as an emollient?

[@jos1321]

You are absolutely correct and wonderful for bringing this up!! If you notice, there are many Dog Shampoo's for "sensitive skin" that has Oatmeal as an ingredient! Without stepping on "rules, or whatever you like call the censorship"...Oats have been a part of Folk Remedy for ages for many skin issues.

[@jos1321]

@@wellergurl slather it on. let is set awhile, then rinse.

[@saq546]

Good idea!

[@im.empimp]

This whole video was to make a coffee that he doesn't like but that his significant other does. Impressive and awesome!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Welcome to my life. Thanks for getting to the heart of the episode.

[@eatingwithselina8482]

Very sweet

[@theemademoiselle5969]

You are so likeable. Keep making videos and I hope that your channel will grow.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you so much, Lemukani! I appreciate the love.

[@freedomforever1962]

🙄....,.

[@lauraarmstrong9326]

Something about this video is so refreshing! I usually watch so many KZbin blogger ladies out there and so often the content is recycled over and over and there's so many fancy effects focussing on making the video pretty and aesthetic and making the ladies in them look beautiful and something to aspire to that it over rules the actual content. I really enjoyed this! You're so cute and seem very real and at the same time have great content and ideas, I thought I was going to just quickly skim through and watch the 5 minutes of oat milk making but I stayed for the whole thing and I'm glad I did because WOW that iced coffee looks good. I also agree with someone else below who said it's great to see more male representation in the zero waste movement.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I really appreciate you taking the time to comment, Laura. It means a lot to hear that I'm doing something different in the wide world of vegan KZbin. There is a ton of female representation, representing the plant-based panacea, but obviously that's not my journey nor is it my story. I started this channel to give back to the community that helped me to transition to veganism almost 3 years ago. It's so cool that people are responding positively, and getting something out of what I'm putting on my channel. Thank you for watching, and again, thank you for your kind words.

[@isabelly1846]

Not a coffee drinker, but you are extremely informative and great tips!! Thanks!! Definitely making the oat milk 👏🏼👏🏼

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you, Nizet. Let me know how it turns out.

[@peetsnort]

Just had this this morning over my all bran flakes and I think it's nicer than real milk. It really is amazing. Very good mouth feel

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Yay! I glad you liked it. Sometimes it takes a few times to get the texture right using your equipment, but it sounds like you nailed it on your first try!

[@lepetitdame]

I just did this, and I think I'm not longer gonna buy carton soy milk. Thank you so much!! Greetings from Peru!!🤗🤗

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Yay! I'm glad you liked it. I do have a homemade soy milk video on my channel as well if you want to try that. I think the soy milk is better for a lot more purposes. Let me know if you give that one a try as well. Thanks for the love from Peru!

[@bernat_CustardCream]

@@MonsonMadeThis I guess it depends on the part of the globe where one lives but at least for me, oat is waaay more local than soy (basically coming from the other part of the world), so less transportation footprint, _foodprint_ ? :D

[@janetbransdon3742]

I was about to donate my filtered coffee pot, but now I will repurpose it to make oat milk.. thank you. Love your recipes and tips. 🤗

[@HaydeLoop]

you are the aunt we all want lol

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I think that's a compliment? Aunts are good, right? Haha.

[@somelaughingjade]

Why aunt? Why not uncle? (just curious)

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Me, too.

[@grjar]

Because usually aunts are sweet, loving, considerate, helpful, ready to guide you step by step. Not uncles. It is a good thing, babe. Keep up the good job!

[@HaydeLoop]

@@MonsonMadeThis lol im sorry i meant uncle (english its not my first lenguage sorry) still a good thing tho

[@hayleyw6547]

Just found your channel and I want to let you know that this video is extremely well done! I’m also a huge fan of this style of video, it’s informative but delivered in a conversational and laid-back way. Keep it up!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you! I'll pass the compliment onto my videographer who consistently makes me look good.

[@bernat_CustardCream]

The used coffee grounds are great for some purposes too! Great for plants (not a ton) and compost, used for smell suppression and some scrapping and cleaning uses too. I can't remember more but is easy to find it on the internet. Nice video btw, calmed pace instead of all crammed information, feels more like a conversation.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you for the awesome suggestions and compliments. I have a ton of coffee grounds, and it's good to know I can do more than just compost them.

[@roxannavaldovinos1945]

Viscous is the word. It has viscosity.

[@honeytiff]

Just discover your channel. Thanks for the great recipe for making own oat milk. I no longer need to get organic unsweetened oat milk from the supermarket which is so expensive!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks for discovering me! Glad I could help.

[@lisejuhlhansen9709]

I have been dragging my feet when it comes to making my own oat milk, just because I wondered if it will actually be good and not too slimy. Even bought the nut milk bag last year but never used it. But when a foodie such as yourself recommends, I really should get cracking! Could be massive saving, too. Thanks for another great video! You had just about 200 subscribers when I first found you, and now you will soon hit 10k!! 😵👏

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks for sticking with me for the long haul. I remember those 200 sub days well, and I'm grateful for viewers like you have that have been here since the beginning. The oat milk could take a couple of tries to get it perfect in your kitchen. Over-blending it could make it slimy, so you need to get the time right for your equipment. I have used nut milks in the past, but I really prefer the flour sack towel for most plant milk recipes. Let me know how it goes!

[@AWanderingEye]

I love your including zero waste! Definitely do a show covering what you're doing and how you got interested. ZW needs more male representation (jmo). Thanks for making these!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you. I'm fairly far from zero waste, but I try to be conscientious. Have you seen my Plastic Free July videos? Most of what I discuss in those videos still applies. I bring all my own bags... I do buy some packaged foods that are impossible to purchase otherwise, but for the most part I try to buy mostly whole foods, and buy in bulk.

[@AWanderingEye]

@@MonsonMadeThis I will look for the July video(s). ZW is a process and lifestyle often determined by our locality. We have lots of co-ops and farmer markets but I would love to have a bulk barn or sprouts. Many others have less access to bulk so I do my best to use what we do have...hate to see them fade away. Please do consider adding more ZW recipes...if able. Thanks!

[@lessentiel9023]

That oat milk looks so creamy and good and I love your conscious coffee habit. I use the vietnamese coffee filter(phin) too. So simple and easy to clean ! Thank you for this great video.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you! I have varied my habits a bit since the video, but I'm still always buying coffee in bulk, and making sure that I can either avoid using unnecessary filters, or compost them. And that Phin is excellent as well for making "espresso" type drinks. I love the concentrated coffee that it produces.

[@lissawatchesyoutube]

Every once in a while I come back to this video and watch it again because it's just nice.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

That's so sweet. Thank you.

[@SunshineVibezzz]

So grateful to have found your channel. Finding "milk" for my coffee has been my biggest struggle. Thank you so much for this video!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I'm grateful that you found me, too. Let me know how it turns out for you.

[@54Mello]

I never soak the oak before. I add the oat to the blender straight from the bag. 1 cup oat/1/4 cup pecans/3 cups water. Sometimes I add 1 date to make sweet or add vanilla for flavor. I will mention your night before coffee grinder tip to hubby 👍

[@kathleenjackson9923]

I love your recipe for oat milk and I have been making the oat milk ever since! I finally have creamer in my coffee that I enjoy! Thank you so much!!!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Kathleen! Thank you! A few people have messaged me with problems they have been having, and I've been trying to coach them through making it work a bit better. Everyone's equipment and kitchens and skill levels are different, and I just want everyone to love it. It makes me so happy to hear how much you're enjoying it. Thanks!

[@Sbannmarie]

Highly recommend blending some cashews (soaked or not) in the blend. Even more creaminess in the end product!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you.

[@xliftedx100]

I just found your page ! I usually NEVER comment on videos butttttt thank you for all these amazing recipes and tips ! so excited i found your page !

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you! And thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm excited that you found my channel, too.

[@aggiechrismer4739]

I had many pods for the one time use, but I opened them from the top and poured it in to my reusable filter. The throw aways are then used for crafts because there's no hole in the bottom. Great for paints mixing etc. The coffee grounds and paper filters for a pour over are also great for crafts or plants. I to love coffee and oat milk and any other plant milk. I also grind my beans when my hubby is not around or awake. It is loud. Thanks bunches for your videos.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks for the great tips!

[@jorats]

You always have great tips and good info to share. I enjoy all your videos.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you! I always enjoy hearing from you. Thanks for the continued love.

[@vc9732]

I love that you included practical uses and options not just how to make oat milk. Informative and enjoyable. New subscriber!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Of course! What's the fun of making something if you don't know what to do with it?! Thanks for watching and for subscribing!!!

[@pilarguerrero12874]

I love to hear about coffee, how you make it, how you talk about it, how you enjoy it :))))

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks! I just did an updated kitchen tour video, and I talk a bit more about coffee there, too. I've been using an Aeropress lately. Have you tried that method before?

[@LaImagined]

So informative and helpful. Can't wait to watch more of your videos.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks for watching!

[@feelslikewater]

wow, cut to the vegan Vietnamese coffee and dayummmmm that oatmilk holds up just right!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

It works really well. Thanks for watching.

[@Takingitslow9]

Great recipe! Thank you 🙏 sending you love from Tunisia 🇹🇳

[@cecy4232]

Literally just fell in love with you and your content! Keep it up, you’re super informative and just awesome to watch :)

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you very much Cecilia. I appreciate the love.

[@SteveSmekar-ll6ln]

One thing you never addressed was is it quick oats or rolled oats or steel cut oats, what kind of oats?

[@aromaofhope]

I tried making oat milk once, but didn't know about soaking and straining the oats first. What I wound up with was a nasty mess, and I actually threw the whole thing out. I think I'll try it your way. Such a good way to save money, because store bought oat milk is NOT cheap! Thanks!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I hope you give it another shot. Let me know how it turns out.

[@BraveLittlePixel]

I had no idea oat milk was so easily made at home! I'm always looking for it in shops but it's so rare or expensive. Oat milk is great as it's one of the least environmentally damaging milks, milks using almonds and rice are very inefficient, but the oats like you said here can be reused at home for instant fibre too! My friend is huge coffee buff like yourself so I'm sharing this video on to him. Your kitchen is beautiful too, love the zero waste and vegan vibes.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you for taking the time to comment and the info. Let me know how this works out for you.

[@Artzenflowers]

Monsoon, I've watched two of your videos now and I'm hooked! I just bought oats to try to make milk and BAM! There you are showing me the way! Thank you!💐

[@mistythompson4961]

Okay. You never cease to amaze and enlighten me. I havent made coffee at home in ages. This morning I used my French Press. I am intrigued at the stove top contraption you have. Which do you prefer between the two of these? I think I tried oat milk before but made wrong...maybe didnt soak...cause was gloopy and I tossed it. I have to make it tonight though. If even for my youngest cause he goes through 4 cartons non dairy milk a week alone. You're phenomenal and I always look forward to your content.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you for the love! Each contraption has a different result. The Moka style that unscrews in the middle is for making espresso, so if you wanted to make a latte or some type of espresso-based drink. I love the French press if I want to make a larger "pot" of coffee. Some days I just don't feel like refilling K-Cup after K-Cup. I go in phases where I favor one style above the other; kind of just depends on how much effort I want to put forth that morning. In terms of the oat milk, it is a bit gloopy by it's nature. It's definitely more viscous than a soy or almond milk, which is why I like it for coffee. Try blending it for only 30 seconds, and see if that helps with the texture. Over blending it can make it slimier for sure.

[@mistythompson4961]

@@MonsonMadeThis good nuggets. I think I would really like the moka. Morning for carpool with 4 boys is hectic. Good tip on oat milk. I made it with 3 c and you were right I needed that extra one.

[@ROBYN_ONEIL]

I was JUST complaining about all of the vegan milk and creamer options being disgusting! This oat milk looks so simple and delicious! Thank you so much for your channel… You’re adorable and fun!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks, Robby! It is a simple recipe. It make take a try or two to get it perfectly calibrated for your equipment (a higher speed blender only needs about 30 to 45 seconds), but once you get it right, you'll be making this all of the time.

[@bevmonahan6956]

This is my favorite video that I've seen you do, of course I love most all of your videos as you are so interesting and likeable. I am a coffee junkie and finding a good vegan coffee creamer has been my biggest challenge. Non dairy creamers are the last non vegan item that is still part of my diet, I hate to admit. I'm so excited to try making this oat milk and finally have a completely vegan diet. I also LOVED your video with Ben on all the different vegan cheeses and bc of that video I've found cheeses that I love. I live in Wisconsin and am a true cheesehead so your recommendations led to me finding some amazing cheeses that I use on occasion. Keep up the great videos and I look forward to more!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Howdy, Bev! Thanks for watching. I hope this oat milk works out for you, and you can be off of dairy for good. And I understand the cheese addiction. I had it bad for a long time. And it's gotta be even worse being in the heart of it in Wisconsin. Glad Ben and I could help you find some non-dairy cheeses to get you started. I appreciate all the love!

[@mermaidmelucig]

I like your demonstration. I was looking for how to make the oat milk and the coffee demo was a bonus! I make my dark roast coffee at home and take to work during the week. My co-workers use the Nespresso machine and flavored coffee. I’m no purest, but I can’t handle being a part of all that waste of the pods. We also have a Krueg in the office and when they discovered Nespresso they abandoned the Krueg. I am stoked to learn I can by the reusable filter for that machine. Now, I can make a guilt free fresh cup o java at the office. (Too dramatic? Haha!) I already checked out the price and will buy one. Thank you!

[@SuperXrunner]

Thank you, thank you. I'm so glad I found your channel!! Love it all

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I'm glad you found it, too! Thanks!

[@sereneo2000]

I love your videos and this format is great. You have a great natural way of talking to your audience, and I love that you are not only vegan but also zero waste. Love everything about your videos!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks!

[@beaware6487]

LOL! "... a Colorado thing" Excellent!

[@patrickp4827]

Oat milk flies off the shelves in Washington State too. Whenever we find it, we usually buy every carton they have on the shelf because most stores are sold out. We really need to start making our own. The brand we buy (Pacific) has Oats, and Oat Bran as key ingredients. We found both at Winco in the bulk section.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I've never tried it with the bran as well. Let me know how it goes.

[@Muddafekkenjones]

I learned something new today. Thank you!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I think we should all strive to learn something new every day. Glad I could help!

[@veejack9196]

Thank you! I really appreciate this video for making the Oatmilk. I buy it at least twice a week 😃 so this have really been helpful to me a matter of fact I’m making the oat milk and the almond milk today😁. I would like to show you my outcome..

[@clairehiggins7120]

I love oat milk and will be trying this recipe, where have you been all my life 😀

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I"ve been right here! Where have you been?! Haha. Thanks for watching! Let me know how it turns out.

[@Angelchakra]

Thank you, this is brilliant! I love how easy it was to make the oat milk, I’ll definitely try that myself, will save a fortune as oat milk is pretty pricey here in the UK, plus I don’t like when companies add extra additives that aren’t necessary like sunflower oil etc. I don’t drink coffee much but I do like iced coffee, so will try that too 😊 Blessings, Kate 🙂

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks so much for watching, Kate! I hope it works out for you. It sometimes takes a few tries to get things right. As this is a pretty old video, and I've changed some things about this recipe... I would really recommend using whole oat groats. Here is another video that uses groats, and I think the results are better. Soak the groats for an hour first, and then proceed as you I showed in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6fcdGtmnbOLhNE

[@ellejolichaine140]

Wow! Never heard about Oat Milk. Definitely making it for my coffee.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

It's growing in popularity more and more each day. Let me know how it turns out!

[@kevinandangelal7172]

I am a coffee snob. I've been a strict french press with a drizzle of half n half girl for years...and then I moved to Guatemala where half n half doesn't exist. Liquid corn based creamers with way too much sugar JUST became popular here. Regular milk tastes funny, cows eat different things here so the milk tastes different and most of the cream available is "tart." I have been using the "corn syrup solid" powdered creamer that comes with way too much packaging and it's been so frustrating. Today I made oatmilk and I am amazed by the texture. It's like a slightly less sweet half n half. THANK YOU!!!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Nice to meet a fellow coffee snob. I'm a bit of a lazy one, but I am none the less, one. That's interesting to hear about the flavor of milk in other parts of the world. And I'm glad that I could help you find a good way to cream your coffee. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@creativekismet]

Great video! Excited to try making oat milk!

[@KirkWinterrowd]

Thank you, I am going to make this oat milk sometime this week. Also, just a suggestion for your iced coffee, make coffee ice cubes and it will make your iced coffee even better.

[@Juliezeneth]

yay i am so excited to make some! 💕

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I'm excited to! Let me know how it turns out.

[@lisahooper121]

SO HELPFUL! I looked for Oatly in two stores today but they were out in both! I had no idea it was so easy to make! Thank you ;-)

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I'm happy to help! Sometimes it takes a couple of tries to get the blending time and ratios to your liking, but once you get it calibrated for your equipment and your tastes, you're in business.

[@JaredHayter]

What is the reason that you didn't use the initial soaking water to make the final milk?

[@alexismisselyn3916]

he's losing all the fiber I don't understand that step either

[@TKevinBlanc]

I've read elsewhere that there are undesirable components in raw oats (phylates?) that you are better off without if you are making plant milk. Soaking helps remove them.

[@lemo4423]

@@TKevinBlanc Thank you for your input. And you too Jared Hayter, I was wondering exactly the same question, figured some scrolling would find a few like-minded! Cheers.

[@Christian-on4yy]

because that's sloppy seconds bruh

[@RichardTapia42]

@@TKevinBlanc would the water be okay to use on house plants or would the phylates cause a negative reaction

[@yonniehan]

It's so refreshing to see more male vegans showing recipes & low waste on top of that! I'm gonna go make a batch of oat milk now for my coffee. Thanks!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks! Veganism is definitely one of the few places where males are under-represented. Glad I can do my part. Let me know how your oat milk turns out!

[@justme-og5xc]

Why can't you use the water you soaked the oats in? Do they lose anything nutritionally speaking from soaking?

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Theoretically, that water contains a lot of the starch from the oats, which when blended could contribute to the final product being more viscous. Removing some of that extra starch at the beginning helps to prevent that a bit. I can't imagine it affecting the nutritional value much. I have made this using unsoaked oats and it came out fine, which would theoretically be the same as not draining or rinsing.

[@dobrosawakowalska7087]

that was not organic so better to not use that water

[@applescruff1679]

You can use the starch water, if you want to make oat cream (more oats, less water, 1TS oil) and then freeze it like ice cubes. This is a great binder for sauces

[@jc4food]

This is the first if your videos I have seen. My comment per your request of the viewers: Good video. Good balance of chat while getting to the point and demonstration quickly enough. More videos of the same nature would be nice. And as for your consideration of when a viewer wants to visit for a quick recipe, I find it convenient for the recipe to be in the description box in times like that. [Add-on edit a few minutes later: I checked out your playlists and stopped by your website. I have subscribed and with notifications. Good content.]

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you.

[@katiie7]

I think oat milk is becoming a thing here in Canada too☺️🇨🇦🥛💛

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I'm not mad about it. Haha.

[@jeristowell2635]

Been using almond milk creamers. But did try oatmilk and it's wonderful. Now I am going make it. Looks easy and a money saver too.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

It's super easy. It might take you a couple of tries to get the blend time right for your kitchen and equipment, but homemade oat milk is definitely a great homemade alternative. If you have a high speed blender like a Vitamix, or even a Nutribullet, you might want to only blend it for about 30 to 45 seconds to keep it from getting to viscous.

[@SasuNaruJunkie]

About how long will the oatmilk last in the fridge?

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I've used it up to 5 or 6 days after making it. As far as health and safety standards, I'm not really sure. Maybe up to a week?

[@victoriablanc761]

If you add a little bit of amylase to the water when soaking, it will help break down the starches in the oats and really reduces the "slimy" feel of the finished oat milk. I usually soak in the amylase water for 15 ish minutes first. this is a great informative video with a lot of great ideas for minimum waste as well.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I'll have to give that a go! Thanks for watching.

[@thebusinessbackstage]

How long the oat milk can be used? Loved the recipe, very easy :)

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I've been advising others in the comments with "3 to 5 days". Thanks for watching!

[@galespressos]

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[@FilterNelkul]

OMG! Finally a male Vegan zero waster ♥ I was looking for you for sooo long! You should have millions of subscribers. Hugs from hungary

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you thank you. I would love that many followers. Although I have made a lot of efforts to reduce waste, I don't think I can really label myself a zero waster... I think veganism goes hand-in-hand with waste reduction, but I admittedly could be doing a lot better. Hugs right back atcha from Las Vegas.

[@FilterNelkul]

@@MonsonMadeThis we do our best ♥ Thank you for answering

[@evafontaine3440]

Thanks for the demo. Why do you throw out the water it was soaking in? Is it not good?

[@alexandervecris1679]

You'd be crazy to throw that out

[@adbreon]

Most people throw it out because it gets rid of some of the raw starchy taste. If that flavor bothers you in things like overnight oats, you’ll want to throw it out.

[@ava75]

I think, you have to throw it out because otherwise the milk would be very slimy. At least it's my experience.

[@varietyboypsn]

it’s not good at all it’s very starchy

[@totallynotaweeb4200]

I hate coffee, yet I still watched the entire video through. will most likely be trying to make oat milk, always wanted to try it. thanks for the tutorial and tips!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I appreciate it!

[@larissah8529]

It gets slimy when you blend it for too long. You also can't cook with it since it will "gelatinize"

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Absolutely. I have been telling people with "slime" issues to stop blending at about 30 to 45 seconds. And I have strongly discouraged the few who have inquired into cooking with it. Baking with it is a different story, though. I have found it works very well in baked goods.

[@bernat_CustardCream]

It could be useful for some recipes I guess, maybe you want that texture? I can't think of one now but I'm not an expert. I'm gonna try it for myself anyway, for the sake of culinary science! :D

[@MonsonMadeThis]

@@bernat_CustardCream I'm awaiting the results.

[@lavona8204]

If it does gel up fairly well, I wonder if it could be used in a vegan custard...

[@alwayswfpb]

I have a Keurig. I was in Trader Joe's today...bought a pound of Joe's Medium Roast beans...because of YOU. You make total sense. The K-cups are a waste of money, but more importantly...so bad for the planet. Just found your channel. I agree, you are just darn likeable. I did watch your Vegan Street Fair in L.A. I don't think you're too much of a power eater. LOL Keep up the great work. You are a charmer!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks for all of the love and compliments. I really appreciate it. And it made my day to hear that I've had an effect on your coffee buying habits. How's it going with the reusable pod?

[@alwayswfpb]

Monson Made This today my coffee was delish ☕️💕

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Yay!

[@iheartscaryclowns]

I make cowboy coffee in a campfire coffee pot. I don’t use the percolator. I pour the coffee grounds in boiling water and let the coffee boil for 4 mins. Remove from the flame and let it sit for 2 mins. Pour a bit of cold water down the spout and inside the pot to help the coffee grounds sink to the bottom. Enjoy! ☕️ I used the recipe from Cowboy Kent Rollins. I throw the used coffee grounds in either the compost bin or on my plants.

[@JADE1300]

I spend so much on Almond & Coconut creamers, I'm definitely going to try Oat Milk........it really looks creamy. I really enjoy this video on Coffee & Creamer!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Definitely give it a try! I haven't given up other plant milks completely, but this one is definitely worth a shot if you're looking to save a bit of money. Let me know how it turns out!

[@johnnyc.5979]

Good instructional video on the different ways to make coffee, and how to make oat milk. As for the Keurig, I moved away from that as it never seemed to make coffee that tasted strong enough, and I personally don't believe in putting boiling water through plastic. I moved to the French press, which is mostly glass and metal, aside from the top.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you, and thanks for watching! I agree about the Keurig. I've actually moved away from using it. I did a more recent video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIGndmSOoad-ptk) where I show my current, pour-over with compostable filters routine. My previous job had be up at 5am, and on the road by 6, so I liked having a machine that would do the job quickly. My partner already had the Keurig machine, so it was an available and easy way to make coffee . Plus, millions of people have those machines, and I wanted to show them that they could still use the machine, without buying the VERY wasteful pods. Convenience does not have to be wasteful.

[@thewolflady8192]

I love this! Oatly is the best plant based milk brand and it was kind of affordable here in Slovenia. But now it is difficult to find and the price is higher. So that made me start doing oat milk at home. It is just that I kind of don't like that slimy-gooey texture, but your milk looks way better and creamy, not that slimy. Thank you for sharing!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks for watching. Try rinsing your oats well after soaking, and blending them for less time. If you have a high speed blender, let it go maybe 30 to 45 seconds. That should help with the sliminess.

[@thewolflady8192]

@@MonsonMadeThis thank you! I will do try that 😊

[@MrJohn394]

Very good video, I especially liked the re-usable coffee pod, we live in Germany and I have not seen them here, but that is such a good thing, love the zero waste option, at home we use a Philips machine which we fill with beans and water which is another option of course.

[@StrangeLittleGirl412]

you can get them in germany as well ;) try amazon maybe!

[@lemonybard1166]

Another coffee fanatic here;) My favorite way is French press method every morning. I got a stainless pot that can hold 56 oz., which will satisfy caffeine addiction for both myself and hubby. I am not a vegan, but am always in search of better type of milk than just cow’s milk, soy and almond milk. I will definitely try oat milk. I like the fact that it has a creamy texture and better nutritional value than almond or soy milk. Thank you for a great video.

[@kathleenjackson9923]

I love that you made this because I can’t find oatly here in Rhode Island and I can’t wait to try a creamy coffee creamer that I will like. Thank you for all your wonderful tips!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you for watching. I think that oat milk will be the next big milk. I'm already seeing 3 or 4 different brands of oat milk in my basic supermarkets. But there is something about just doing it yourself. Don't over-blend and you'll have great results. Let me know how it turns out for you.

[@sparky9839]

I’ve never been able to make oat milk that wasn’t way too slimy. I must try your idea of soaking the oats first and discarding the water. ✌🏻💚

[@HolaSoyGrel]

Super relaxing and helpful! I will be doing some oat milk now 🤍

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Than you!

[@2winlock]

This came at such a perfect time!! I have wanted to cut out dairy/halfnhalf in my morning coffee! Game changer! I'll let you know

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Great! Glad I could help. Keep me posted.

[@joyceonthego8317]

I enjoy your style of presentation. I come to the topic of making nut and oat milks to get how to and recipes also. Thanks for the education.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks. Funny enough, I was a teacher for 14 years before doing this, so I think it's part of my DNA now. Glad I could help!

[@sarahloffler1872]

Yes, you are a lovely personality! Omg what a gem you are!!! Thank you for this EXCELLENT video! You have a very generous way of being, and I am thrilled to have found your channel. Can’t wait to use your methods for making coffee, my own oat milk, and reducing waste!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

That's mighty sweet of you to say. Thank you. I'm thrilled that you found me as well!

[@MealsMadeAtHome]

My coffee maker came with a reusable k cup too! I have never purchased k cups. I just got a blender so I'm excited to make my own dairy free milks! Thanks for the video! Not perfect but I try to convert over as many reusables as I can! I find to be honest that the reusable options are not only more cost effective but also so much more efficient at the jobs they do!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

That's awesome! I'm nowhere near perfect, but doing what I can when I can is better than knowing I can do better, and choosing not to. Thanks for watching!

[@xetrovnia]

I ABSOLUTLY LOVE YOUR ZERO PLASTIC JULY IDEA AND HOW YOU REITERATE ZERO WASTE OR AS CLOSE TO POSSIBLE AS A PRACTICE. A TRUE ENVIRONMENTALIST (SORRY ABOUT THE CAPS, IM NOT YELLING JUST REALLY EXCITED) p.s. I use the extra oats for my face mask in my skin routine.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Haha. I love your excitement, and your ideas for how to use the leftover oats!

[@Trainerlife8805]

I’m m super excited to make oat milk, I started soaking it as soon as you showed how to. Thanks so much! You seem super cool! This is the 1st time I’ve seen your channel, looking forward to more vids.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

How did it turn out? Thanks for watching. I hope you found a lot of great recipes on my channel.

[@Trainerlife8805]

@@MonsonMadeThis So easy to make! I really like the flavor. Had to get used to the slime which may not have been so prevelent had I strained it properly. I only strained it through a sieve to see how it would be. I just give it a good shake B4 using. Super good the in cold brew coffee I make. I like that you paired the 2 together in your vid.😁

[@MonsonMadeThis]

​@@Trainerlife8805 The "slime" can be helped by rinsing the oats well after soaking, and only blending for 30 to 45 seconds (if you're using a high speed blender). Straining it through a flour sack towel will really help to make it a smoother texture. A lot of people complain about slimy texture, but to he honest, I think that's what gives it the body, which makes it work so well in coffee.

[@Trainerlife8805]

@@MonsonMadeThisAgreed, I like the thick, creamy, full-bodied texture too. Thanks again😁😁

[@nunezfamily2873]

I'm a recently converted vegan and I must say, I love it! I am also an avid coffee connoisseur myself and your video gives me hope that I will still.be able to enjoy mycoffee!! Thank you for making this video! Keep rocking!

[@etherealintoxicatedcanary9296]

This looks good. Tried coffee for first time today and it was tasty and comforting. I love oats. Thanks for the tips. :) Also your voice is absolutely delightful to hear. It’s pretty calming

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you!

[@shanhearn]

use the french press to filter the oat milk to save you using the cloth. Saves on clean up time and also keeps the number of dishes you need to clean up afterwards. Plus, it gives you a container to serve up your milk fresh in.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Great idea! Since this video, I've actually been using that metal IKEA coffee filter to my my plant milks. So much easier.

[@thandekadaliel6259]

Love the look of your kitchen

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you!

[@Janet_Price]

Great video! So many people don't realize how fantastic plant milk tastes when you make it yourself. I have this gadget called a "Soyabella" - it grinds, heats up and makes a liter of plant milk in one minute (almond, oat) or 15 minutes (soy). I found one on Amazon for $50.00 and that was half price. I love it and use it to make batches of milk for coffee. I got a new bag of soybeans today. I drain my milk as well - I don't like the grit in my last swallows of my latte!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you! I would love one of those machines. I do have a Hurom juicer that I have been using for soy milk, but I still have to cook it after juicing it.

[@1auntievenom]

I have one too... it definitely has paid for itself. Hand making milks on the daily would be a no go and it tastes so much better made at home.

[@Janet_Price]

@@1auntievenom - exactly, I wouldn't make milk each day as it's too time consuming. These machines are messy, but convenient and the milk tastes wonderful.

[@halimapeterson6525]

This video is what made me a fan of yours I was searching about my fav milk substitute.... now I have been binge watching u... I love your channel

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I longed for the days when I had enough videos to be binge watched. Thanks for watching, and taking the time to comment.

[@llc1976]

Yum! I tried oat milk in coffee in Scotland and I loved it! I will def be making this!!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Awesome! Let me know how it goes for you. If you find the texture to be too slimy, you might need to just blend it for less time. You may need to make this recipe a time or two to get the recipe to come out perfectly on your particular kitchen equipment. Let me know how it goes!

[@NovemberRain007]

Ohhhh... That last coffee was my favorite😋! Great video 🤗.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you!

[@lucindawilson5510]

thanks so much I love coffee and appreciate you input and passion

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@renaissancemarieaustin]

This was the BEST video I've seen so far.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you so much!

[@eekns]

I’m spoiled. A friend of mine from work is from Albania. She taught me how to make Turkish coffee. Few other methods give me the strength and richness of Turkish coffee. If you haven’t had it look it up here on KZbin. The supplies are easy to source.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I've had it at restaurants, and I was lucky enough to have an Armenian roommate a few years ago who taught me how to make it. It's been a long time. Maybe I should revisit it. Thanks for the reminder!

[@lizrue5784]

Thank you so much for your knowledge I like all the tools you use !

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thanks, Liz. And thank you for watching.

[@Mistefah]

that is soooo awesome sir... you did that and I love it. thank you

[@geminispoppy]

I made oat milk for the first time last night, and then boom, your video appears! Thanks for showing everyone how easy it is 😁👍

[@MonsonMadeThis]

It's in the ether. Haha.

[@maggiewilson1601]

I love your recipes and videos like this. You are a pleasure to watch, keep up the good work;)!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you for the kind words, Maggie! I appreciate it.

[@ChristopherMichaelR]

Wow! Im so happy I found this video. Thank you very much for the video and the tips. Please do more!

[@MonsonMadeThis]

I'm happy you found it, too. Thanks for watching!

[@pandorafox3944]

Was just wondering about an alternative to the regular creamers and something non dairy... And here you are! Thanks and I am a new sub!! Gonna try this tomorrow morning

[@Meechl]

I was looking for oat milk recipes and came across your great channel. To say I love it would be an understatement. I love your recipes and I’ve subscribed. Thanks for such great recipes.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

Thank you so much for the awesome comment and your subscription! Have you just been using the oat milk for coffee, or have you found other uses for it?

[@tis.i.the.fly8933]

I'm not vegan but I love oat milk, seeing how easy you made it seem to make I am definitely going to try it out. If it turns out good I will be saving money.

[@MonsonMadeThis]

You don't have to be vegan to know what's good. Haha. Let me know how it turns out.