I remember the moment I realized that the “healthy” dairy free milk I’d been buying wasn’t so healthy after all. I was standing in my kitchen, turning the carton around, reading the fine print—and there it was. A long list of gums, fillers, and preservatives I couldn’t even pronounce.  And even added sugar?!

As someone who’s spent decades teaching about blood sugar balance and hormone health, I knew those hidden ingredients weren’t just harmless—they were working against everything I was trying to achieve for myself and my clients.

That’s when I made the switch to homemade nut and seed milk, and let me tell you—not only is it ridiculously easy to make, but the flavor is fresher, the nutrients are intact, and you control exactly what goes into it (and what stays out). This vegan Almond Hemp Seed Milk recipe is one that Steph Jackson made with me during one of our Healing Kitchen Shows. 

We specifically chose almonds and hemp seeds together, because they perfectly complement each other—almonds bring a creamy, slightly sweet flavor and important nutrients like vitamin E and magnesium, while hemp seeds add a rich, silky texture along with complete plant-based protein and a balanced boost of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fats. Together, they create a hormone balancing, blood sugar stabilizing, anti-inflammatory drink.

What Is Almond Hemp Seed Milk Made Of?

3 ingredients! This is as pure and simple as it gets—just soaked almonds, creamy hemp seeds, and pure filtered water. Almonds are naturally sweet but subtle, and  hemp seeds add richness, creaminess, and a healthy balance of omega fatty acids. Together, they create a beautifully balanced, silky dairy free milk that tastes amazing in chia pudding, blended into a smoothie, turned into yogurt, or sipped straight from the glass (yes, I’m guilty of that!).

The best part? Almonds and hemp seeds come together to create a more balanced omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acid ratio—something that’s almost impossible to find in store-bought dairy-free milks. That’s the kind of balance your body feels, from calmer moods to happier hormones and more stable energy throughout the day.

How Do You Make Almond Hemp Seed Milk?

Making this feels more like self-care than a kitchen task. You’ll start by soaking the almonds (or your choice of nuts). Then, rinse the almonds and blend with the hemp seeds with just enough water to get things moving. As the blender works its magic, add the rest of the water and watch it transform into something creamy and delicious.

Now comes my favorite part—pouring it through the nut milk bag and twisting or “milking” it by hand. There’s something incredibly satisfying about squeezing out every last drop and knowing that what’s left behind is pure and clean.

Worried about wasting the pulp?  Use it to make crackers like these Sea Delight Crackers, or spread it out on a dehydrator tray to dry and reuse as flour for crackers later.  Once dry, I like to pulse it for a fine flour.

How Do You Customize This Recipe?

The beauty of homemade, plant based nut and seed milk is that it’s completely customizable to your taste preferences and your body’s unique needs.

• • Want it creamier and richer?

    Simply reduce the amount of water for a luscious, full-bodied texture, or swap some almonds for a few cashews or macadamia nuts. 

• • Prefer it lighter?
    

    Add a bit more water to thin it out for a refreshing, lighter sip. 

• • Craving extra flavor?
    Add a splash of vanilla extract, a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg, a pinch of sae salt, or fresh, grated ginger for a warming, digestive-friendly kick, even a touch of cacao for a chocolatey twist.

• • Want different nuts?
    Cashews, Brazil nuts, or macadamias give a rich, buttery flavor and smooth texture. 

• • Nut-Free?
    Pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds are great for a creamy consistency and added mineral boost. Or, try this Pumpkin Seed Chocolate Milk.

No matter what combination you choose, always check your ingredients—especially any added powders and flavorings. Keep them clean and free from sweeteners, gums, and fillers that can sneak in and create inflammation in your gut and throw off your balanced hormones.

This is your kitchen, your body, and your recipe—so have fun, experiment, and make it work beautifully for you!

How Do These Ingredients Help With Blood Sugar, Heart Health, and Hormone Harmony?

This simple, homemade, dairy free milk is nutrient-packed for your hormones, heart, and metabolism. Rich in vitamin E, magnesium, and plant-based protein, it helps calm stress hormones, support balanced blood sugar, and provide the essential building blocks for healthy hormone production. The omega-3 fats from hemp seeds help reduce inflammation and promote brain and heart health.

Almonds

Almonds support hormonal balance, metabolic function, and cardiovascular health. They are rich in vitamin E, an important and often neglected antioxidant that is necessary for helping to protect cellular integrity and tissue health, including breast and reproductive tissues. Almonds also contain L-arginine, a precursor to nitric oxide, which improves vascular function and enhances circulation.

Almonds are naturally higher in omega-6 fatty acids, so combining them with omega-3-rich foods like hemp seeds helps create a healthier fatty acid profile.. 

Almonds are also an excellent source of magnesium, needed for modulating the body’s stress response, reducing cortisol levels, and improving insulin sensitivity. This combination supports better blood sugar regulation, mood stability, and reduces the post-meal glucose spikes that contribute to insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction.

Research shows that almond consumption positively influences appetite-regulating hormones, including glucagon, peptide YY, and others. These hormonal shifts promote satiety and support weight management, even in the absence of subjective feelings of fullness.

In women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), almonds have shown a favorable effect on androgens balancing hormones. Regular almond intake has been associated with increased adiponectin levels, a hormone that enhances glucose regulation and fatty acid metabolism.

Some experimental studies also suggest that almonds may exhibit mild estrogenic activity; however, this effect has not been consistently observed in humans, and its clinical relevance remains uncertain. Nonetheless, the overall nutrient composition of almonds makes them a valuable addition to a hormone-supportive diet.

Hemp Seeds

Hemp seeds are packed with a concentrated dose of nutrients that directly support hormone production, metabolic health, and inflammatory balance. As one of the few plant sources of complete protein, hemp seeds provide all nine essential amino acids needed for synthesizing hormones that regulate everything from metabolism and mood to reproductive function. 

Hemp seeds are also uniquely rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an anti-inflammatory omega-6 fatty acid that aids in adrenal health, helps ease PMS and menopausal symptoms, and supports hormone regulation. The GLA in hemp seeds acts as a precursor to prostaglandin E1, a compound known to reduce the effects of prolactin and ease uncomfortable hormonal symptoms. 

Hemp seeds are also rich in magnesium. This combination of healthy fats, protein, and minerals helps smooth out the blood sugar swings that can lead to energy crashes and cravings. Hemp seeds contribute to more consistent energy, improved mood, and better appetite regulation throughout the day.

Like with almonds, research reveals hemp seeds impact on the body’s natural appetite hormones. Their balanced protein and fiber content also influences hormones like peptide YY and glucagon-like peptides to help reduce overeating and support healthy weight.

If you’re ready to take control of what goes into your body and ditch the hidden sugars, gums, and hormone-disrupting additives found in store-bought, dairy free  milks, this recipe is a must-try. 

In just minutes, you can create a fresh, creamy, and nourishing plant-based milk that supports your hormones, balances blood sugar, and tastes absolutely amazing. Plus, it’s customizable to your taste and dietary needs—making it the perfect everyday staple for vibrant health and energy.

Where Can You Find This and Other Nutritious and Delicious Recipes Like It?

This recipe was created live during a Healing Kitchen Show with my friend and one of my coaches, Steph Jackson, as part of our “Breast Health: Natural and Nutritious Bosom Buddy Foods” class. You’ll find even more recipes like this one inside the Empowered Self Care Lab, where we turn everyday ingredients into powerful tools for healing, hormone balance, and vibrant energy.

If you’re ready to ditch the store-bought junk and fall in love with food that truly supports your health, come join us. We’re all about making the kitchen a place of empowerment and healing—one delicious recipe at a time.

Steph is a certified Nutritional Endocrinology Practitioner affectionately called, “The Gut Whisperer” and the founder of the Friendly Flora Collective, where kitchen probiotics meet customized digestion support.