Ingredients for Golden Milk Latte Recipe
Milk is the base of this latte. I have tried many different milks and you can’t really go wrong with dairy, coconut milk, almond milk, cashew milk! You can also play around with mixing two different types of milk.
Turmeric is what gives this golden milk latte the vibrant golden yellow color and also it’s distinct flavor. Turmeric is a member of the ginger family and the plant is known for its healing properties such as its anti-inflammatory effect and positive effect on cholesterol. I prefer to use ground turmeric in this recipe but you can also use fresh turmeric, just thinly slice up a little less than an inch of fresh turmeric for this recipe.
Peppercorns are added to this golden milk latte because the piperine from black pepper works with the curcumin in turmeric to enhance absorption in the body. Plus, the pepper adds a nice depth of flavor, too.
Ginger adds a nice kick of flavor to this golden milk latte. In Ayurvedic medicine, ginger is known as the “universal remedy” which makes sense because there are multiple possible benefits from soothing an upsetting stomach to easing nausea.
Cinnamon is added to this recipe by simmering a whole stick of cinnamon. in the milk, adding flavor as well as powerful antioxidants.
Honey is used to sweeten the drink and you can add an amount that works for you.
Coconut Oil adds extra creaminess to this golden milk. I view this ingredient as optional, especially when I use a milk with higher fat content like whole dairy, full-fat coconut, or cashew milk.
For this recipe I use this milk frother.
Golden Milk Latte Recipe
This easy to make golden milk latte recipe is a comforting before bed elixir. Ingredients include milk, ground turmeric, peppercorns, fresh ginger, cinnamon, and honey to taste. This recipe is for a personal serving but it can easily be doubled to make more to share with others.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup milk any kind of milk you prefer
- 1 Cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger you can substitute for half inch fresh ginger, just add to the milk after it has been heated for five minutes or else it can cause curdling
- 5 whole peppercorns
- 1 whole cinnamon stick
- honey to taste, about 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil optional
- ground cinnamon optional, garnish
Instructions
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Add milk, water, turmeric, ginger, peppercorns, cinnamon stick, honey and coconut oil (if using) into saucepan and bring to an almost simmer over medium heat, about 5 minutes.
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Bring the heat down to medium low heat and gently simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring often.
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Strain the golden milk through a small fine strainer, add extra honey to taste, and stir to combine.
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Optional: Use handheld milk frother to add a layer of foam to the top of your golden milk, and sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
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This is one of my favorite things to have before bed after a long day. It’s comforting and always relaxes me. So good!
Right?! It’s just the best!
Pinning this to save for when I need it. Interesting recipe!
Thanks Erica, enjoy!
This reads almost like a traditional Indonesian wedang recipe, except we don’t use milk. But I can totally see myself making this and enjoying the drink on cold days. 🙂
Oh that’s so interesting Anita, I’ll have to look into it! Thanks!
This sounds interesting and medicinal too. Best flavors infused to make it perfect. I have to check it with my kids.
Thanks Veena, enjoy!
I’ve never tried golden milk but I hear great things about it! Love how simple it looks to make! Trying this asap!
Awesome Beth, I hope you enjoy it! Thanks!
I loved to read about why you added the specific ingredients, that makes it really helpful to decide why the ingredient is there and if one can switch it with something else. Turmeric is such a wonderful ingredient and this golden milk latte looks exceptional.
Thanks Stine! I agree, I love turmeric… just have to be careful not to spill it because I feel like it stains everything!
I need to try this! I don’t like coffee and tea doesn’t quite hit the spot just before bed. This looks so warming and comforting!
It is really great before bed, enjoy Jacqui!
Wow! This latte is wonderfully healthy! Cannot wait to try this one. Love the color too!
Isn’t the color fabulous?! Thanks Lesli!
Yes! Golden Milk is so good for you! And I LOVE that adorable wooden spice “jar” you have the turmeric in!
Thanks! I love that small wooden bowl too!
I’ve always wanted to try a Golden Milk Latte, my mam is a championier of Tumeric so I bet she’d love it too.
Katie xoxo
I hope you both enjoy it Katie! Thanks!
I have been making a golden milk latte almost every night to wind down. Your version looks so good!!
It’s so perfect for that! Thanks Cathleen!
Great way to work in some tumeric! Love the use of honey to sweeten as well. Such a great beverage for everyone to relax with!
Thanks Amy!
Hay Emaily, I do remember by grand ma using Turmeric, Ginger, Cinnamon in all the recipes she cooked. She only said that India is land of spices and people there are healther using many more spices. I think this milk latte recipe is simple amazing drink for children with health problems. I should try this recipe of the week end. We still have Christmas holidays.
Your grandma sounds wise! enjoy!