Golden Milk

Have you ever tried golden milk? 

Golden milk contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds and may offer health benefits. These can include protection against certain diseases.

This bright yellow beverage is traditionally made by warming plant-based milk with turmeric and other spices, such as cinnamon and ginger.

It’s touted for its many health benefits and often used as an alternative remedy to boost immunity and stave off illness.

Ingredients

US Customary – Metric

1 ½ cups light coconut milk (or sub other dairy-free milk of choice)

1 ½ cups unsweetened plain almond milk (DIY or store-bought)

1 ½ tsp ground turmeric

1/4 tsp ground ginger (or 1 tsp freshly grated ginger*)

1 whole cinnamon stick (or 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon)

1 Tbsp coconut oil (optional for richness // see notes for oil-free)

1 pinch ground black pepper

Sweetener of choice (i.e. maple syrup, coconut sugar, or stevia to taste)

Instructions:

To a small saucepan, add coconut milk, almond milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, coconut oil (optional), black pepper, and sweetener of choice (I usually add 1 Tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup // adjust amount if altering number of servings).

Whisk to combine and warm over medium heat. Heat until hot to the touch but not boiling – about 4 minutes – whisking frequently.

Turn off heat and taste to adjust flavor. Add more sweetener to taste or more turmeric or ginger for intense spice + flavor.

Serve immediately, dividing between two glasses and leaving the cinnamon stick behind. Best when fresh, though leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave until hot.