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Would it be possible for your company to make smaller containers for the almond milk. I am elderly live alone and I cannot drink that much milk. I have to throw half of it away. It would be wonderful if you would think about the elderly and make smaller containers. Thank you so much
How much does this recipe yield.
Hi Patty! Thanks for your feedback. We do have an option to make less milk in the Almond Cow with our collector cup method. Here is how it works, Fill the collector cup to the 500ml line with water and set it in the base of the machine (no other water is added to the machine). Fill the filter basket with your ingredients as usual and place the top onto the machine and blend.
Here is a recipe and video for this method as well, https://almondcow.co/blogs/…pos=1&_sid=0836e9ff8&ss=r
Hi Carlyne! This yields 5-6 cups of almond milk depending on if you fill the base of the machine to the MIN line (5 cups) or MAX line (6 cups). Thank you!
The link for the video is t working for me. 🙁
Is it just me?
To Patty: I freeze my leftover milk in a glass jar in the fridge. Works great!
Just used my for the first time. Did two batches and both came out very watery tasting? Suggestions?
Great suggestion Catherine! You can also freeze your leftover pulp in ice cube trays for later use as well.
How can you call “almond milk” milk. How about Juice. Your name gives real milk a bad name.
Can the ebook download begin, please? I have tried several times.
Yes SO watery. Been making almond milk for years and had such a tasty Recipe and tried to replicate with almond cow and it’s so gross. So watery. Pls help
I found this recipe to be very watery!! How to fix? I bought this system hoping to never need to buy storebought almond milk again. I can source my almonds from a responsible farm, etc. But I’m not that excited about this milk’s flavor. I’d appreciate any suggestions!
Hi Michael! We’re sorry to know the recipe eBook is not downloading for you. Please email us at info@almondcow.co and we’d be happy to help with this.
Hello all! Thank you for your feedback. Here are some tips to help make a creamier milk.
1) Use warm water in the base of the machine.
2) Run the Almond Cow through two cycles. With this suggestion, you can also remove the ingredients in the filter basket after the Almond Cow has completed its first cycle and replace it with new ingredients but leave the milk in the base of the machine. Press the cow button and run the machine through a second cycle.
3) Use less water in the base, you must use ice to offset the water to reach the minimum line if using less water.
4) Mixing in oats or cashews is a great way to make the milk more creamy.
5) Try the collector cup method when making milk. It makes less milk but is creamier. Fill the collector cup to the 500ml line with water and set it in the base of the machine (no other water is added to the machine). Fill the filter basket with your ingredients as usual and place the top onto the machine and blend. Search “cashew creamer” in our search bar to see a video of this method as well.
I am having problems with my dry ingredients basket falling off during the cycles. Not sure why. It is securely on when I begin but at the end it is off and the pulp is all over the place inside. Please advise what can be done.
Hi Hillary! We are sorry to know this is happening. Please reach out to us and info@almondcow.co and we would be happy to further assist you.
Why is the caloric content so high when Almond Breeze is only 25-30 calories?
Hey Amber! When making milk in your Almond Cow you are getting a milk much richer in actual almonds, since many store-bought milks are primarily water and additives.
I didn’t know there was an e-recipe book. How do I download that?
Hi Carol! You can search “ebook” in our search bar on our website. Click on “Almond Cow Kitchen Ebook”, from there you can enter your email to receive our free recipe eBook. If you have any other questions please reach out to us at info@almondcow.co, thank you!
I just really enjoy, the fact, that the entire nut is used. No large plastic bottles to dispose of. Pulp can be created into something new and editable. Thank you Almond Cow!!!
I’m in loveeeeeeeeeee with Almond Cow….. Best Almond milk everrrrrr all-natural fresh and soooo delicious … Thank you very much!
We agree, Michele! Thanks for your feedback!
Ayse, we are so happy to know you are loving your Almond Cow! We appreciate your feedback!
I just received my Almond cow. Box in perfect shape. When I unpacked ii and pulled the maker out the lid piece has a rattle inside like something is loose inside? I hope nothing is wrong in the motor within this lid. Thoughts
Hi Janet! We’re sorry to know you received a top with a rattling in it. Please reach out to us at info@almondcow.co so we can further assist you. Thanks!
Mine too! I just jumped on here to post the same thing, wondering if it’s supposed to sound like there’s something rattling around in the top. It works fine but I’m afraid eventually it won’t.
Hi Leslie! Please reach out to us at info@almondcow.co and we’d be happy to further assist you.
When soaking beforehand, do you have a suggested amount of time for this almond milk recipe?
Hey Alexia! We recommend soaking the almonds for at least 4 hours.
Just received the almond cow after using a Vitamix blender and nut bug for a year. I am disappointed with our purchase. Milk is not as smooth with the almond cow,
It is more gritty. My 19 month old will not drink it, she is displeased with the texture of the almond cow milk. Going back to the nut milk bag and Vitmax blender. We waisted our $ on purchasing this almond cow milk maker:(
Hi Lauren! We’re very sorry to know that you are not satisfied with the results of the milk made in the Almond Cow. We do have some tips to help create a creamier milk. 1) Use warm water in the base of the machine.
2) Run the Almond Cow through two cycles. With this suggestion, you can also remove the ingredients in the filter basket after the Almond Cow has completed its first cycle and replace it with new ingredients but leave the milk in the base of the machine. Press the cow button and run the machine through a second cycle.
3) Use less water in the base, you must use ice to offset the water to reach the minimum line if using less water.
4) Mixing in oats or cashews is a great way to make the milk more creamy.
5) Try the collector cup method when making milk. It makes less milk but is creamier. Fill the collector cup to the 500ml line with water and set it in the base of the machine (no other water is added to the machine). Fill the filter basket with your ingredients as usual and place the top onto the machine and blend. Search “cashew creamer” in our search bar to see a video of this method as well.
i just wanted to post because i almost got scared off by some of the reviews saying that the almond milk came out too watery. that wasn’t my experience at all. we typically buy Trader Joe’s Unsweetened Almond Beverage, so that’s our point of reference. i made the recipe using 1/2 cup of soaked almonds and included the salt and the 5 dates. i also used warm water. my husband and i both love it. it does separate quickly, but that’s expected since there are no additives. we just give it a shake before using it, and it’s great. it’s delicious, and i don’t find the texture grainy at all. i’m really happy to have mine, so i wanted to offer that point of view. and i believe there’s a 30-day return policy, so i encourage anyone thinking about it to go for it – i’m sure it saves money in the long run, and it is so much easier on the environment to eliminate all that packaging!
I just made my first batch of almond milk. It was good but was gritty. Any suggestions on how to fix this????? I didn’t soak my almonds as suggested.
Hi Kelley! We’re sorry to know you are finding the almond milk gritty. We recommend the ingredients in the filter basket stay around the 1 cup line.
Here are some additional tips to help make a creamier milk.
1. Use warm water in the base of the machine.
2. Run the Almond Cow through two cycles. With this suggestion, you can also remove the ingredients in the filter basket after the Almond Cow has completed its first cycle and replace it with new ingredients but leave the milk in the base of the machine. Press the cow button and run the machine through a second cycle.
3. Use less water in the base, you must use ice to offset the water to reach the minimum line if using less water. Mixing in oats or cashews is a great way to make the milk more creamy.
4. You could also try the collector cup method when making milk. It makes less milk but is creamier.
Fill the collector cup to the 500ml line with water and set it in the base of the machine (no other water is added to the machine).
Fill the filter basket with your ingredients as usual and place the top onto the machine and blend.
Here is a recipe and video for this method (this method can be used with any ingredients):
https://almondcow.co/blogs/…
I had the same issue. A blog online suggested soaking the almonds overnight. I take the skin off of each almond, add one cup of almonds to the filter basket, minimum water line, and run for 2 cycles in the Almond Cow. Perfect thick creamy almond milk every time. Not sure if it’s best practice, but it works for me….
My basket comes unlicked frequently during the processing. It never locks tightly. I’ve tried everything I can think of. What can I do. At this point I’ve stopped using my Almond Cow for this reason.
Hi Michele! We’re very sorry to know this is happening. Please reach out to us at info@almondcow.co (not .com) and we’d be happy to further assist you. Thanks!
I make a batch about 2/wk. I use a handful of almonds (rough chopped) a handful of cashews–both soaked together for at least 4 hrs. Sometimes I’ll add about a Tbs of shredded coconut. Fill to the MAX line with very warm water. Run the motor through 3 cycles. Perfect every time. I save the pulp to make non-dairy yogurt.
How do you make the yogurt?
Could I have your non-dairy yogurt recipe with the pulp 💛
How do you make yogurt with the pulp? I have been struggling to make non-dairy yogurt at home, and the packaging from the stores kills my soul!
Is the plastic tub that comes with it meant to be in the base when the milk is made? Or is that for the milk to go into later?
Hello! The Almond Cow collector cup is meant to hold the top and filter basket after the milk has been made so the basket can finish draining. 😀
Is there a way to get the nutritional information for the basic milk recipes?
Hi Lucy! We have our Almond Cow Nutrition Calculator here: https://almondcow.co/pages/….
I just made my first batch and it was way too “almondy” any suggestions on how to change this? I followed the recipe above precisely.
Hi Justin! Soaking and removing the skins of the almonds may help with this. You can also adjust the recipe by adding more sweetener.
Make it with cashews
How do I calculate the percentage of almonds in my almond milk?
Hi Bec! We would recommend using our nutrition calculator to get the nutrition facts for the almond milk using 1/2 cup almonds. You can then use those numbers in this equation to find the amount of actual almonds per 8oz. grams of fat + grams of protein + grams of carbs = grams of total solid material in a cup of almond milk. Then take that total amount of grams and divide it by the total weight of 1 serving of almond milk (which would be approximately 240 milliliters of liquid in 8 ounces) and multiply by 100 to get a percent solids (total grams / 240 x 100 = percent solids).
Can you make a half batch of almond milk? Any reason you can’t?
You can make less in the Almond Cow using two different methods.
The first method is to use less water, but you must offset this water with ice so the water reaches the minimum line. For example, you can add 3 cups of water to the base and then 2 cups of ice. Process the milk as normal and when transferring the milk to the storage container, just make sure the ice doesn’t go into the storage container. This will give you three cups of milk.
You could also try the collector cup method when making milk. It makes less milk. You can use any of our recipes with this method.
Here is a recipe and video for this method:
https://almondcow.co/blogs/…
After a few tries I have perfected my almond milk to my liking. It is perfect and i should have a return on my investment within 3 months! This is fantastic. I have also used the pulp to make almond flour and have made both almond flour bread and muffins!!!
That is wonderful, Tracey! We’re very happy to know this. What a great way to use your leftover pulp, thank you for sharing!
How do I make sure my milk is on the thicker side. I have seen that some people get a thinner outcome.
Hi Courtney! Here are some tips to help make a creamy milk. Use warm water in the base of the machine (this is not recommended when making oat milk as this can create a slimy oat milk).
Run the Almond Cow through two cycles. With this suggestion, you will remove the ingredients in the filter basket after the Almond Cow has completed its first cycle and replace it with new ingredients but leave the milk in the base of the machine. Press the cow button and run the machine through a second cycle.
Use less water in the base, you must use ice to offset the water to reach the minimum line if using less water (this is not recommended when making coconut milk as the coconut fat can tend to clump).
Mixing in oats or cashews is a great way to make the milk more creamy.
You could also try the collector cup method when making milk. It makes less milk but is creamier.
Fill the collector cup to the 500ml line with water and set it in the base of the machine (no other water is added to the machine).
Fill the filter basket with your ingredients as usual and place the top onto the machine and blend.
Here is an example of a recipe and video for this method (this method can be used with any ingredients in the filter basket):
https://almondcow.co/blogs/…
Why does my milk taste like water
Here some tips to help make creamier milk!
Use warm water in the base of the machine (we do not recommend doing this with oats as it can create slimy milk).
Run the Almond Cow through two cycles. With this suggestion, you will remove the ingredients in the filter basket after the Almond Cow has completed its first cycle and replace it with new ingredients but leave the milk in the base of the machine. Press the cow button and run the machine through a second cycle.
Use less water in the base, you must use ice to offset the water to reach the minimum line if using less water (we do not recommend doing this with coconut as it can create coconut fat clumps).
Mixing in oats or cashews is a great way to make the milk more creamy.
You could also try the collector cup method when making milk. It makes less milk but is creamier.
Fill the collector cup to the 500ml line with water and set it in the base of the machine (no other water is added to the machine).
Fill the filter basket with your ingredients as usual and place the top onto the machine and blend.
Here is a blog post about this method, https://almondcow.co/blogs/…
Hi. Is it normal that it doesn’t t blend all the almonds even after 2 cycles? ( I soaked the almonds 4h in water). What can i do? Thanks
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Hi Guillaume, Please email us with this photo and your order number to info@almondcow.co (not .com) and our Customer Care team will assist you. Thank you!
I must say, after reading some of these comments I felt very sorry for not reading them before I bought my Almond Cow. I was ready to make my very first batch of almond milk and the comments said it would turn out watery and gritty. I used 5 cups of warm water in the base and one cup of unsoaked almonds. To my surprise it turned out very, very creamy and very smooth. It exceeded my expectations. I made a smoothie, I put some in my coffee and it tastes delicious. I also made creamer before with cashews and coconut and it turned out great. Very happy with my purchase.
How long does nut milk keep in the refrigerator?
Hi Mel! Homemade, plant-based milk lasts 3-5 days in the fridge. You can add a little sea salt for freshness as well!
We’re I can buy almond cow parts?
Hi Dafna! Please reach out to us at info@almondcow.co (not .com) and we’d be happy to further assist you!
Where is the machine manufactured?
Almond Cow is fantastic! I love it! The milk comes out creamy, smooth, and delicious. I’ve tried both the Almond and CocoAlmond recipes from the Almond Cow Web site. I use hot water from my electric tea kettle at 170 degrees. Now, I have to keep it 100… for my particular mouthfeel, the milk comes out a little grainy–again, that’s me. So I also choose to filter my milk one time by pouring it through a couple cheese cloths. That being said, the process of making milk using this product is soooo much easier than the traditional way. Again, I absolutely love my Almond Cow!!!
How long does it last for in the fridge?
Hi Brittany,
Thank you for reaching out to Almond Cow and for your patience. Most plant-based milks made in the Almond Cow will last for 3-5 days in the fridge.
Hope this helps! Please let me know if there’s anything else I can assist you with. I’m always happy to help!
Cheers!
-Kelsey
The almond cow recipe does not used soaked almonds. What is the difference between using soaked v. non-soaked almonds?
Hi Stephanie! Soaking is not required. You can soak the almonds before if you’d like, it is personal preference.
Soaking raw almonds helps remove the phytic acid from the skin of the almonds which can cause stomach upset. Phytic acid is the protection that keeps almonds from sprouting. If you soak your almonds overnight (if you are using organic, non-pasteurized almonds) they will start sprouting and are more nutritious.
Can I add honey to my almond mylk, instead of maple syrup?
Hi Jocelyn! Yes, you can add honey instead of maple syrup.
Do you have any recommendations for fortifying the milk with vitamins? I’ve seen bloggers add vitamin D tablets, but I don’t want to risk ruining the machine!
Hi Liz! We recommend adding liquid or powdered vitamins to the base of the machine with the liquid. You can also add tablets or powder to the filter basket with the other ingredients but then the vitamins will be in both the milk and pulp. If you have liquid or powder vitamins and just want those in the milk we recommend adding them to the milk after making.
Why do we need to add the salt?
We recommend adding salt to help the taste and to assist in the shelf life. Cheers!
Salt has ALWAYS improved the flavor of ANYTHING one makes! But using sea salt is full of minerals and is soooo much healthier than ordinary table salt!!!
Can you use soy beans? And if so does it have the same protein content as store bought milks ? If it does this could be a game changer
Just received my almond cow and I’m confused by the ‘add all ingredients to the filter basket’ step… they will just all pour through the filter making a huge mess of salt, vanilla, and maple syrup… am I missing something?
This is the first almond milk I actually enjoy drinking! I usually am extremely averse to using almond milk in anything but especially coffee because of the pungent taste that it brings (in my opinion), but I’ve been using just this in my coffee for the last few days and I love it! I also used it to make a homemade pumpkin spice latte and it was delicious. I can’t wait to make more and have more recipes open up to me on the website!
Enjoying homemade cashew milk w no packaging to dispose of / landfill impact or heavy cases to transport. Heated some up on stovetop to make a vegan nog and it separated. What is max temp it can be heated before separation occurs? Better to use water at that temp in canister to start?
Will this also make grain based milks?
Hi Carolynn! Yes, you can make any nut, seed, grain milk in the Almond Cow!
Hi. Is there any way to make the almond milk less watery? I have already tried running it through 2 to 3 cycles but that does not seem to help at all…
HiI really need to know if it can be adjusted or not. I do not like how watery the almond milk comes out. If there currently is not a way to adjust it, i will be returning it. I need a response soon as I am coming up on my 30 days
Just experiment with it. Add water to the minimum line, for example. Use hot water instead of cold water. Shake it up before using each time. It simply takes initiative to find the balance that works for you.
What if you want to add more almonds? I think I currently use 2 cups of soaked almonds for 6 cups of water.
Hi Gaby!
Run the Almond Cow through two cycles. With this suggestion, you will remove the ingredients in the filter basket after the Almond Cow has completed its first cycle and replace it with new ingredients but leave the milk in the base of the machine. Press the cow button and run the machine through a second cycle. Please do not do this more than 3 times consecutively.
If you like a creamier milk, I would use the almond creamer recipe and double it or use the almond coconut milk recipe (if you like coconut).
This sounds good. I’ll try this with the dry hibiscus flowers I bought a while back, knowing they are good for my body!
hi. do you add water? if so, when?
Hi! Water is added to the base of the machine to at least the minimum line.
All of my milks keep separating, I usually just shake before use and it’s fine…any other suggestions? Is it normal?
Hi Kyle! Yes, separation is totally normal! Plant-based milks without additives and fillers naturally separate over time. Just shake it up and it will be ready to enjoy!
Hi, Can you give the calorie content for this recipe? I am not sure how to quantify it as the bulk almonds are strained out. Thank you for your help!
You can get the nutritional information for the milk and pulp using our Nutrition Calculator here, https://almondcow.co/nutrit….
Do we have nutrition facts for this milk?
Hi Paulina! Check out our Nutrition Calculator to get nutritional information for the milk and pulp. https://almondcow.co/nutrit…
I noticed that my almond milk goes back super fast. I did add a pinch of salt to it, but I think it may be because I soaked almonds not in the fridge. Any ideas?
We’re sorry to read your almond milk goes bad quickly. We do recommend soaking almonds in the refrigerator and making sure to rinse the almonds really well with fresh water before using them to make milk. The freshness and quality of the almonds are important as well. We also recommend storing your almonds in an airtight container, in a cool, dry, dark place. Hope this helps!
Hi wondering if you use the simple recipe for almond milk, how many 1 cup servings does it make?
Hi Cara! The Almond Cow machine makes 5-6 cups of almond milk per batch.
Hello we love our machine. How many cups of unsoaked almonds or how many cups of soaked almonds are needed if we were to fill the water to the max line (6 cups?). Thank you.
Hi Sadruddin, the filter basket can hold a maximum of 1 cup of ingredients at a time. If you prefer creamier milk, run the machine twice! With this suggestion, after the first batch, remove the pulp and add in fresh ingredients while leaving the milk in the base. And then, run it a second time. Some customers like using 2 cups of unsoaked almonds total, so 1 cup each cycle. Cheers!
Does anyone find out that theirs comes out almost flavorless? I’ve tried so many different ways with the almond recipe. Soak or unsoaked. I’ve ran it through twice with the same ingredients. I’ve ran it through twice with new ingredients each time. I’ve tried agave, maple syrup and chopped dates a sweetener. I even added the liquid sweeteners in with the water and nothing! It’s so bland and tastes like nothing. Not sure what I’m doing wrong :/
Hi Haley, we’re sorry to hear the milk isn’t coming out flavorful. We recommend to use the creamer method for a creamier milk. Check it out here, https://almondcow.co/recipe…
Cheers!
Where can I find nutrition facts for this?
Hi Paulina, check out our Nutritional Calculator here, https://almondcow.co/nutrit… Cheers!
Hi there,
Just tried my first batch of almond milk and the milk came out tasting almost like water and very faint in color. First time I used it but I followed the recipe exactly. Is this supposed to be like this? How does it become denser like regular almond milk?
Thank you!
Hi Marcela! We’re sorry to hear this. Please reach out to us at info@almondcow.co (not .com) for tips on how to make creamier almond milk. Cheers!
I was super excited about getting the Almond Cow for Christmas but I’m disappointed after trying my first almond milk. This recipe turned out like earthy water. I ended up using 3 cups almonds instead of the 1 cup this recipe calls for and it’s still doesn’t taste right although at least the color looked more accurate to the photo. I also ran each cup of almonds through twice to make sure. I followed the initial recipe exactly… so not sure if my machine isn’t working correctly?
Hi Hannah, we sorry to hear the milk doesn’t quite taste right. I can understand how disappointing this would be. Please reach out to us at info@almondcow.co (not .com) for further assistance on this issue.
I just got mine 3 days ago and just made my second batch. First one tasted like how you described. This time, I added the normal 1c raw almonds (unsoaked), 5 chopped dates, a little more than 1/4t salt, 5c water and about 1.25 Tablespoons vanilla (it could have been 2T… I measured with my heart haha). It’s WAYYYY better!! And the pulp is HEAVENLY! Give that a try! 🙂
If I want to soak the almonds or cashews, can I soak them directly in the filter basket inside the Almond Cow base?