Turmeric and Ginger Golden Milk (Printable Version)

Creamy, spiced warm milk infused with turmeric and ginger for a soothing beverage.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Milk Base

01 - 2 cups whole milk or unsweetened almond, coconut, or oat milk

→ Spices

02 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - Pinch of ground cardamom, optional

→ Sweetener and Add-ins

07 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, to taste
08 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or ghee, optional
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional

# Steps:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine the milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, and cardamom if using.
02 - Whisk well and heat gently over medium-low heat until steaming, but not boiling, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
03 - Stir in honey or maple syrup, coconut oil if using, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
04 - Remove from heat. If fresh ginger was used, strain the milk through a fine mesh sieve.
05 - Pour into mugs and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The black pepper doesnt just add subtle heat – it actually helps your body absorb the beneficial compounds in turmeric up to 2000% better.
  • This golden milk adapts beautifully to whatever milk you have on hand, making it a forgiving pantry staple when you need something soothing but havent been shopping.
02 -
  • Boiling turmeric milk destroys some of the beneficial compounds – keep it just below a simmer for maximum goodness.
  • The golden color can stain wooden spoons and white countertops, so wipe spills immediately or embrace the sunny evidence of your culinary adventures.
03 -
  • For the ultimate frothy version, transfer your finished golden milk to a blender and blend on high for 30 seconds – the resulting foam makes it feel like a luxury café experience.
  • Make a concentrated paste with turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, pepper, and a bit of coconut oil, then store it in the refrigerator to stir into hot milk whenever the craving strikes.
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