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Home » Recipes » Drinks » 5-Minute Golden Milk {Turmeric Latte}

5-Minute Golden Milk {Turmeric Latte}

3/15/22

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This healing Golden Milk is ready in just 5 minutes – all you need to make this turmeric latte is milk, turmeric, cinnamon and ginger.

5-Minute Golden Milk

Ingredients and substitutions

  • Milk – the original recipe for golden milk calls for cow’s milk, but you can use any plant-based milk you prefer like almond, cashew or coconut milk.
  • Turmeric – you can use fresh turmeric if you can find it.
  • Cinnamon – instead of ground cinnamon, simmer one whole stick of cinnamon with the rest of the ingredients.
  • Ginger – use one inch of fresh grated or sliced ginger in place of the powder.
  • Maple syrup – you don’t need to add any sweetener to make golden milk healthy and delicious, but it sure adds to the experience! You could also use raw honey instead of maple syrup for its antioxidant and soothing properties.
5-Minute Golden Milk

How to make golden milk

  1. Assemble all your ingredients.
  2. Add everything to a milk frother.
  3. Froth until heated through.
  4. Stir, serve and enjoy!
5-Minute Golden Milk

Fresh vs. ground turmeric

When it comes to making golden milk, there isn’t a lot of difference between fresh and ground turmeric. Fresh turmeric does add extra zing to the drink but because it is heated, the difference isn’t that major.

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The biggest difference between the two is their availability in stores. You can find ground turmeric in the spice section of most grocery stores. Fresh turmeric is found mostly in the produce section of specialty food markets, or in Asian and Indian markets.

Another difference is shelf life. Fresh turmeric can last a few weeks in the fridge or up to 3 months in a storage bag in the freezer. In comparison, ground turmeric can last for several months in the cupboard. Just keep it stored in an airtight container and away from light.

When you want to convert fresh turmeric to use instead of ground turmeric, remember that 1 inch of fresh turmeric equals 1 tablespoon freshly grated turmeric, which also equals 1 teaspoon ground turmeric.

5-Minute Golden Milk

Frequently Asked Questions

What is golden milk?

Golden milk is a healthy and healing drink that’s essentially warm milk and turmeric. It’s a traditional Indian drink that originally has its roots in Ayurveda and is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

What does it taste like?

Golden milk can be described as earthy, warm, and slightly bitter, mostly because of the turmeric. The ginger and cinnamon soften the flavour, making it taste similar to a spicy eggnog. Your choice of milk can also enhance the flavour of the drink. I really like coconut milk – it makes the drink taste almost like chai and gives it extra creaminess.

What are the health benefits?

Every ingredient in this drink has antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce stress, reduce fatigue, improve your digestion, and even boost your immune system. The warmth and spiciness can also help soothe a sore throat.

Does golden milk help you sleep?

Absolutely! Curcumin, the main compound in turmeric, eases the digestive system, helps detoxify the liver and can lower blood sugar levels. For some people, turmeric even helps them to fall asleep faster, sleep better and wake up feeling more refreshed.

5-Minute Golden Milk

Storing and reheating

You can store any leftovers in an airtight container or a canning jar in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days and then you can just reheat in the microwave from there.

5-Minute Golden Milk

More comforting drink recipes

  • Iced Golden Ginger Drink
  • Pumpkin Spice Latte
  • Cinnamon Dolce Latte

Meal prep tools for this recipe

  • You can order a milk frother online.
5-Minute Golden Milk

5-Minute Golden Milk {Turmeric Latte}

This healing Golden Milk is ready in just 5 minutes -all you need to make this turmeric latte is milk, turmeric, cinnamon and ginger.
4.67 from 6 votes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 99kcal
Author: Taylor Stinson

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk of choice dairy or non-dairy (eg almond milk, coconut milk, etc.) I prefer coconut milk
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ginger
  • 1 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a milk frother and froth until heated.
  • Alternatively, add all ingredients to a mug and microwave for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Stir one more time, then serve and enjoy!

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Notes

NOTE: Nutritional info is for coconut milk and 1 tsp maple syrup.
Use any plant-based milk like coconut, almond or soy milk.
If you can find fresh turmeric, thinly slice or grate 1 inch of it into the milk.
Add a pinch of black pepper or peppercorn to increase the absorption of the turmeric.
Simmer a whole stick of cinnamon instead of using ground cinnamon.
If you use fresh spices, make sure to strain them out before drinking.
Add in some maple syrup or raw honey to sweeten your golden milk.
Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days then reheat in the microwave until warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 1mg
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Hey there, my name's Taylor! I’m the founder of The Girl on Bloor, a food blog where I share healthy meal prep recipes for busy people. I'm a busy city girl living in downtown Toronto on (you guessed it!) Bloor Street. I've got 10 years experience meal prepping, along with a Master's degree in journalism, and you can find my work across the internet featured on publications such as Buzzfeed, HuffPost, Women's Health, Reader's Digest and more. I also run the awesome 5-Day Meal Prep Challenge, which is a free email course and Facebook group where I share my meal planning strategies and easy meal prep tips and recipes. Be sure to check out my free beginner’s guide to meal prep and follow me on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to get my latest recipes and meal prep tips!

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