Description
Discover how to make homemade golden milk with this easy and nourishing recipe. Packed with anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger, this comforting drink can be enjoyed hot or iced. Perfect for a cozy morning or a refreshing afternoon treat, it’s naturally sweetened with optional maple syrup or honey and can be made with any milk of your choice, including oat milk for a vegan option.
Ingredients
Base
- 2 cups plain milk (such as oat milk)
Sweetener (optional)
- 1 to 3 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
Flavorings and Spices
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of fine sea salt
Instructions
- Steam or heat the milk: For a hot latte, steam the milk using a frother until warm and frothy. Alternatively, heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it is nearly simmering, then whisk briefly to create froth.
- Combine spices and sweetener: In a heatproof mug, mix in the sweetener (if using), vanilla extract, ground turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, and salt.
- Add milk to spice mixture: Pour the steamed milk (excluding the foam) into the mug with the spices and sweetener, stirring until completely combined.
- Top with foam and adjust sweetness: Spoon the milk foam on top and give the latte a gentle stir. Taste and add extra sweetener if desired.
- Serve hot: Enjoy your hot golden milk immediately while warm.
- Prepare for iced latte: Heat 1/2 cup of milk (or hot water) until nearly simmering. In a heatproof glass or measuring cup, whisk together this warm milk, sweetener, vanilla extract, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, and salt until dissolved and evenly mixed.
- Assemble iced latte: Fill a large glass with ice cubes, pour in the warm spiced mixture, then add the remaining cold milk.
- Stir and adjust sweetness: Stir briefly with a straw to combine all ingredients. Taste and add more sweetener if needed.
- Serve cold: Serve your refreshing iced golden milk immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use oat milk or any plant-based milk for a vegan version.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference with maple syrup or honey.
- A pinch of black pepper is essential to enhance turmeric’s absorption.
- For best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ground spices.
- The drink can be served hot or cold based on preference and season.
- Do not boil the milk; heat it gently to preserve nutrients and prevent scalding.
