The Daniel Fast is a biblically based eating plan that focuses on whole plant-based foods and eliminates animal products, processed foods, and additives. A common question is can I have almond milk during the fast? The answer is yes, unsweetened almond milk is allowed on the Daniel Fast and can be a great addition to your meal planning.
What is the Daniel Fast
The Daniel Fast is based on the experiences of the Prophet Daniel as recorded in the Bible. It’s a diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds with no meat, dairy, sweeteners, leavened bread, and processed foods. Water is the primary beverage, but plain and unsweetened plant-based milks like almond milk are allowed.
Almond Milk and the Daniel Fast
Almond milk is a plant-based beverage made by blending almonds with water and straining the mixture. It’s free from animal products, so it’s allowed on the Daniel Fast. But you must choose unsweetened and without additives, flavorings, or preservatives to be compliant.
Using Almond Milk on Your Daniel Fast
Almond milk is versatile and can be used in many recipes to add flavor and texture. Here are some Daniel Fast-compliant recipes from Daniel’s Plate that use almond milk:
- Millet Porridge: A warm breakfast bowl of cooked millet with almond milk and topped with fruits and nuts.
- Pumpkin Spice Smoothie: Almond milk, pumpkin puree, dates, banana, and spices for a quick breakfast or snack.
- Overnight Oats with Berries: Combine rolled oats with almond milk, berries, and chia seeds.
- Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal: Combine rolled oats, shredded carrots, ground flaxseeds, dates, spices, almond milk, raisins, apple sauce, and cinnamon, and then bake.
- Blueberry Peanut Butter Smoothie: Blend blueberries, peanut butter, flaxseeds, banana and almond milk.
Make Your Own Almond Milk
If you prefer to make your own, making homemade almond milk gives you control over the ingredients and freshness. Here’s how:
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds, soaked overnight
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Soak raw, unsalted almonds in water for 8 hours or overnight.
- Drain and rinse the almonds and place them into a high-powered blender with water.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Carefully pour the almond milk into a nut bag over a large measuring cup or a pitcher to catch the milk.
- Gently squeeze the bag from the top and work your way down.
- Store almond milk in an airtight container, like a mason jar, in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Using unsweetened almond milk on your Daniel Fast will add flavor and nutrition to your meals. Choose compliant recipes, and if you can, make your own almond milk to be compliant.
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