Relax and unwind with this calming and healing golden milk recipe. A delicious warm drink originating from India, it’s easy to make and so good for your soul.
Golden milk has become my nighttime ritual as I found that it helps me unwind from the day and really relaxes my mind and body. I have also noticed a more restful nights sleep.
So the next time you feel like you need a nighttime calming drink, make yourself a cup of golden milk. I promise you will notice a difference!
Learn how to make golden milk here by following this easy recipe and reap the benefits of this ultra healing and calming beverage.
What is Golden Milk and why drink it?
Golden milk is creamy drink made from turmeric, your choice of milk and spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and black pepper.
It is known as a calming and healing drink perfect for evenings.
What are turmeric golden milk benefits?
Golden milk is known to aid many health ailments including colds, coughs, inflammation, anxiety, depression and aches/pains.
It can also boost the immune system, improve brain function as well as lower blood sugar levels!
The curcumin in turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties that’s very beneficial to maintaining good health.
Is it OK to drink golden milk everyday?
Turmeric has many health benefits that can be gain by drinking golden milk every day.
What is the best time of drinking golden milk?
Because turmeric has calming properties, it’s beneficial to drink golden milk in the evenings.
What ingredients do I need and how do you make golden milk recipe?
- Almond Milk – or your choice of milk or dairy alternative.
- Sweetener – use your preferred sweetener.
- Ground Turmeric – this recipe uses ground turmeric, you can also use fresh turmeric if preferred.
- Ground Cinnamon – this is regular cinnamon found in the spice section. You can also use cinnamon sticks.
- Vanilla Extract – this adds depth of flavor to golden milk.
- Ground Ginger – found in the spice section at supermarkets.
- Black Pepper – black pepper helps with absorption of the nutrients found in turmeric. Just a pinch is enough.
In a small saucepan on the stovetop, over medium-low heat, add all ingredients and whisk to combine. Heat to desired temperature on simmer without boiling and transfer to a serving mug.
What other milk can I use to make golden milk?
You can use your choice of dairy or non-dairy milk alternatives such as:
- Dairy Milk
- Almond Milk
- Coconut Milk
- Cashew Milk
- Oat Milk
- Plant-Based Milk
What is the nutrition information for this golden milk recipe?
- 43 Calories
- 2g Carbohydrates
- 1g Fiber
- 1g Protein
- 3g Fat
- 0mg Cholesterol
- 326mg Sodium
- 25mg Potassium
- 300mg Calcium
- 1mg Iron
- 0ui Vitamin A
- 0mg Vitamin C
Looking for other healthy drink recipes?
- Ginger Tea
- Matcha Green Energy Smoothie
- The Ginger Shot
- Turmeric Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Chocolate Avocado Smoothie
Now, let’s get making this Golden Milk recipe!
- Cooking Time 5M
- Total Time 5M
- Net Carb/Cup ~1g
- Servings 2 Cup
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Almond Milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 tbsp Sweetener (sugar alternative, sugar or preferred sweetener)
- 1 tsp Ground Turmeric
- 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/8 tsp Ground Ginger
- 1/8 tsp Black Pepper
Directions
1) Gather all the ingredients.
2) Using a stove top pot, add Almond Milk, sweetener, Ground Turmeric, ground cinnamon, Vanilla Extract, ground ginger, and black pepper. Mix well and heat to preferred drinking temperature on medium low heat. Note – do not let it boil.
3) Transfer to a heat resistant cup and enjoy warm.
Hope you enjoy your Golden Milk!
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Golden Milk
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Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Using a stove top pot, add almond milk, sweetener, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, ground ginger, and black pepper. Mix well and heat to preferred drinking temperature on medium low heat. Note - do not let it boil.
- Transfer to a heat resistant cup and enjoy warm.
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I was looking for a low carb milk recipe that I can drink at night to help me sleep aand found this! I was a bit scared to try it because of the ingredients but it was surprisingly good. I subbed a bit of the almond milk will all-purpose cream (it’s like a less thick whipping/heavy cream).
Hi Samantha! I totally get it! But glad you tried the recipe anyway and even more glad you liked it!
I’m not one to comment on recipes, but this is the best golden milk recipe I have found. Plus is uses a healthy sweetener – monk fruit.
I subbed oat milk and added an extra 1/2 tsp of turmeric and pinch of salt and those were wise decisions.
Hey Tessa! So glad you enjoyed the recipe and thanks for the comment!
YES YES YES!!! I have tried so many recipes for Tumeric Tea and you nailed it!!! This tastes exactly like the cup I used to get at my favorite cafe in Berlin. THANK YOU!! I heated the almond milk in a silicone measuring cup (microwave) and added it and the remaining ingredients to my Vitamix. Took no time at all and is heavenly. Can’t wait to try more of your recipes!
Hey Kristin! So glad you liked this Golden Milk recipe! Hope you find many other recipes you like on here as well!
Love the recipe, cant wait to try. May I ask why we cant boil the almond milk?
Hello Shaily – it’s so you don’t burn your mouth when drinking it. We recommend serving it right before it starts to boil.