Golden Milk: Benefits & A Delicious Recipe

Golden milk sounds regal, doesn’t it?! Well, we think that this golden milk recipe is fit for a king or queen. This stunning drink gets its bold, golden color and health benefits from turmeric.

Turmeric contains antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and is studied for its weight management and skin benefits. We have a more in-depth read here if you want to get better acquainted with turmeric’s benefits.

Golden Milk Benefits

To learn about the health benefits of golden milk, we looked at one study that showed how turmeric may improve skin health. 

This benefit goes beyond just glowing skin. 

In this particular study, participants consuming high levels of “curcumin” (a compound found inside the turmeric root) showed improvement across all major stages of wound healing, including inflammation reduction, tissue remodeling, and more. 

Just think, sipping on this warm and cozy drink may also help you recover!

Something natural and simple like turmeric powder could be a new part of your morning routine. Hey, you probably already have it in your pantry. Skeptical about adding spices to your milk? We get it. Our turmeric milk recipe is balanced with cinnamon, ginger, honey, and of course, black pepper, shown to help enhance curcumin absorption in the body when consumed together.

How to Make Golden (Turmeric) Milk

This golden milk recipe can be made to fit many diet types. This drink can be made with dairy-free, soy-free, or nut-free milk. Grab your milk of choice and give it a try. You’ll be feeling like royalty in no time!

Golden Milk Recipe

Golden (turmeric) milk could be your next favorite functional drink. If you're skeptical about adding spices to your milk, we get it. But you might be surprised how delicious this is. Our turmeric milk recipe is balanced with cinnamon, ginger, honey, and of course, black pepper, shown to help enhance curcumin absorption in the body when consumed together. Plus, it only takes 5 minutes to make. It's hard to beat that!

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Prep Time 1 minute min

Cook Time 4 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American, Indian

Servings 2 mugs

Calories 238 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1½ cups unsweetened plain almond milk
• 1½ cups light coconut milk
• 1 whole cinnamon stick
• 1½ tsp ground turmeric
• ¼ tsp ground ginger
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 tsp honey

Instructions

 

• In a medium saucepan, add all the ingredients.
• Whisk to combine over medium heat.
• Let the mixture come to a boil.
• Turn off the heat and adjust flavor if necessary. You can add more sweetener to taste and more ginger or turmeric for extra flavor and spice.
• Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh strainer.
• Serve in a mug and enjoy!

Notes

Sweetener of choice works as a replacement for maple syrup (stevia, maple syrup, etc.)

Best when fresh but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat on the microwave or stove.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mugCalories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 370mgPotassium: 48mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 234mgIron: 1mg

Keyword milk, turmeric

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