This Golden Milk Recipe Is A Great Way To Wake Up

Turmeric is a really popular superfood to include in drinks or in your cooking. Turmeric-based hot drinks go by many names, like turmeric latte, golden latte or golden milk. Whatever you want to call it though, this healthy hot latte will warm you up and it offers a range of health benefits! Another added plus? By using a non-dairy milk, this recipe can be made vegan-friendly!

Golden Milk Recipe

Prep time: 5 mins    
Cook time: 5 mins    
Total time: 10 mins
Serves: 1

Dietary preferences: Vegetarian, Dairy-free option, Nut-free, Gluten-free

Ingredients:

• 250ml low-fat milk (or almond or coconut milk, if you prefer)
• 1 tsp coconut oil
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, plus extra for serving
• pinch of ground black pepper
• pinch of ground ginger
• pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
• ½ tsp maple syrup, to taste (optional)

Method:

1. Place all the ingredients in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.

2. Pour into a small saucepan and heat for 3-5 minutes over medium heat. Heat the golden milk until hot, but not boiling.

3. Transfer to a cup, top with a sprinkle of extra cinnamon and drink immediately. Enjoy!

Benefits of turmeric

Turmeric has been used as both a medicine and a spice for centuries and in the last decade has become a popular hot drink alternative because of its health benefits. Why? Turmeric contains curcumin, the main active ingredient that fights inflammation in the body. Inflammation is connected to a range of different health concerns so consuming anti-inflammatory foods can help keep your body in balance. 

You can make this golden milk drink with dairy milk or any milk alternative that you prefer! If you’re trying to cut down on your coffee intake, or just feel like a warm and comforting drink in the evening, this golden milk recipe is for you!

Other anti-inflammatory drinks

If you’re interested in trying out some other drinks with healing properties, make sure you check out my easy anti-inflammatory drinks recipes. 

Ladies, by looking after your body through exercise and rest, as well as making sure you include nourishing foods into your diet, you’ll be giving yourself the best opportunity for good health!