Chocolate Almond Milk with Creamy Malted Coffee Ice Cubes. As seen on Half Baked Harvest Bookmark recipe Print recipe Download recipe Share Total Time 5 hours and 15 minutes Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 5 hours Rating 5 out of 5 stars (1) Ingredients 4 servings 1 1/2 cups raw almonds + 4 cups water for soaking4 cups water4-6 dates (depending on your sweetness level)1/3 cup unsweetened cacao powder (may also use unsweetened cocoa powder)1 tablespoon vanilla bean (seeds removed (or 1 vanilla)pinch of salt1 cup coconut milk (canned or from the carton (but I used canned for the thickness)3 tablespoons malted milk powder (omit if vegan or if you just don't want the malt)1 tablespoon vanilla bean (seeds removed (or 1 vanilla)1 cup strong black coffee (I used cold brew coffee) Calories DairyIntermediateHealthyVeganVegetablesNo-BakeBeveragesSweetCreamyBlenderFruitsSnacks ... How would you rate this recipe? 1 stars 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars Preparation Inline ingredients (beta) Cook mode Click to complete Step 1 Chocolate Almond Milk Step 2 Add the almonds to a 4-cup glass measuring cup or bowl and cover with around 4 cups water. Allow the almonds to sit overnight or in a pinch, at least 1 hour. Step 3 The next morning, drain the almonds and rinse well under cold water. Add the rinsed almonds to a high powdered blender or food processor. Add 4 cups of water and the dates. Puree until the almonds are very finely ground, about 2 minutes. Step 4 Line a bowl or glass pitcher with a double layer of cheese cloth, a [nut milk bag | http://www.amazon.com/Pro-Quality-Nut-Milk-Bag/dp/B00KLT6X9W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1434324091&sr=8-1&keywords=nut+milk+bag&pebp=1434324099048&perid=A7A2AF63021E4ED6937A] or a thin cloth kitchen towel (I just used a kitchen towel). Slowly pour the almond milk mixture into the cloth (or bag). Gently squeeze the bottom of the cloth to release the milk. This with take about 3-5 minutes to get all the milk out. Step 5 Rinse out blender and pour the milk back in. Add the cacao powder, vanilla bean seeds and a pinch of salt. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Step 6 Pour into a glass jar to store in the fridge for up to 1 week. Shake well before drinking and serve with the creamy coffee ice cubes (recipe below). Step 7 Creamy Coffee Ice Cubes Step 8 In a blender, combine the coconut milk, malt powder and vanilla bean seeds. Blend until smooth. Pour the mixture among 15-18 ice cube molds, leaving at least half the mold for coffee. Pour the coffee over the coconut milk. Freeze for 4 hours or overnight. Serve with the chocolate almond milk
