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    Golden Milk (Turmeric Milk)

    Published: January 29, 2020 Updated: May 20, 2020 / By: Dawn | Girl Heart Food 23 Comments

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    Mug of golden milk with a cinnamon stick resting over top.

    Nourishing, warming, and simply delicious, this easy golden milk (or turmeric milk) is sure to be a favourite, especially during the colder months when you need something to warm ya up!

    Mug of golden milk with a cinnamon stick resting over top.

    This golden milk recipe is one of my favourite warm drinks to date!

    I’ve always been a fan of warm milk at night, so it’s no surprise that I love this golden milk recipe.

    Me, pajamas, bunny slippers, top bun and golden milk. Yeap, that’s pretty much a random weekday night for me.

    I lead an exciting life, I know.

    With lots of warming spices, coconut and maple syrup, what’s not to love?

    Fair warning, though, turmeric is one tricky little bugger.

    It can stain your counters, your hands (and also ruin your white nail polish), so try to be neat while handling.

    Other than that? Go for it!

    What Is Golden Milk?

    With origins in India, golden milk has been around for quite some time. This warm drink has gained more popularity in recent years, especially in coffee shops with golden milk lattes (meaning expensive drinks that you can make at home on the cheap).

    Essentially golden milk (also known as “turmeric milk”) is a warm milk with all those cozy cold weather spices, like turmeric, cinnamon and sometimes, cardamom. You can make it as sweet (or not) as you like! I love a big mug on a cold day! So cozy!

    Enjoy turmeric in drinks? Check out this green ginger smoothie.

    Ingredients Needed

    • Coconut flavoured almond milk (or coconut milk or dairy)
    • Coconut oil
    • Turmeric
    • Cinnamon
    • Ginger
    • Cardamom
    • Black pepper
    • Vanilla extract
    • Maple syrup
    Ingredients for a golden milk recipe.

    How To Make This Recipe

    Making golden milk couldn’t be simpler! You place all the ingredients in a saucepan, warm through and serve (full details are in the recipe card below).

    Tip: Once the milk has started to bubble just a tad around the edges, warm through for 5 to 8 minutes or so. Don’t boil or leave it. Whisk occasionally.

    Collage of steps to make golden milk in a saucepan.

    What Does It Taste Like?

    Golden milk has lots of delicious flavour from those warming spices, like cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom.

    You can make it as sweet (or not) as you like with the addition of maple syrup (or your favourite sweetener). It’s creamy and seriously good!

    Mug of turmeric milk alongside a cinnamon stick.

    Tips for Making Golden Milk

    • Milk can boil over quickly! Don’t turn it on and leave.
    • The spices can settle to the bottom of the mug. Serve with a spoon or cinnamon stick to give a little swirl as you are enjoying.
    • I like to use ground cinnamon here. If you only have cinnamon sticks on hand, you can use those. However, because of the short cook time, I find that the ground cinnamon imparts more flavour than its whole counterpart.
    • If you like more (or less) of a spice, feel free to adjust to your taste.
    Two mugs of turmeric golden milk next to a small dish of ground turmeric.

    Recipe Variations

    • Coconut flavoured almond milk was used here to cut back a little on the fat that would come from full-fat coconut milk. Feel free to sub with your favourite dairy or non dairy.
    • Instead of coconut oil, you can use ghee (clarified butter) instead.
    • Occasionally, I’ve also added a pinch of ground nutmeg and cayenne to my golden milk drinks.
    • Maple syrup is the sweetener of choice here, but you can use something else (like mashed dates) or honey (if you don’t need this to be vegan).
    Mug of turmeric milk alongside a small dish of ground turmeric.

    If you make this easy golden milk recipe, be sure to leave a comment below!

    Mug of golden milk with a cinnamon stick resting over top.

    Golden Milk (Turmeric Milk)

    Dawn | Girl Heart Food
    Nourishing, warming, and simply delicious, this easy golden milk (or turmeric milk) is sure to be a favourite, especially during the colder months when you need something to warm ya up!
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 2 minutes mins
    Cook Time 8 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Servings 2 servings (about 1.5 cups each)
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    Ingredients
     

    • 3 cups coconut almond milk, or coconut milk or your favourite non-dairy milk
    • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
    • pinch freshly ground black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup, or to taste

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium-low heat (do not boil), stirring occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes or until everything is heated through.
    • Distribute the golden milk between two mugs, serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Milk can boil over quickly! Don’t turn it on and leave.
    • The spices can settle to the bottom of the mug. Serve with a spoon or cinnamon stick to give a little swirl as you are enjoying.
    • I like to use ground cinnamon here. If you only have cinnamon sticks on hand, you can use those. However, because of the short cook time, I find that the ground cinnamon imparts more flavour than its whole counterpart.
    • If you like more (or less) of a spice, feel free to adjust to your taste.
    • If you don’t need this golden milk to be vegan, you can substitute the coconut almond milk with your favorite dairy milk.

    A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

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    1. Valentina

      February 04, 2020 at 4:08 pm

      5 stars
      This is a must-try!I love the nutritional value combined with the warmth and comfort it offers. And it’s so pretty! 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 10, 2020 at 12:41 pm

        Thank you! It’s soooo yummy 🙂

        Reply
    2. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop

      February 02, 2020 at 11:45 am

      5 stars
      This is a new one to me, and now I’m curious. I’m going to need to give this a try – it sounds great!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:26 am

        It really is yummy! Hope you love it too 🙂

        Reply
    3. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      January 30, 2020 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      Your weekday night sounds like my weekday night, haha! I think I need to add some of this golden milk to my routine though. It’s much better for me than the usual things I end up snacking on!!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:25 am

        Happy to hear it 😉 Thanks Katherine! Hope you enjoy!

        Reply
    4. Kevin

      January 30, 2020 at 3:21 pm

      5 stars
      Have never heard of this but I bet it full of health benefits and those added spices make this one tasty drink!

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      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:24 am

        Tasty for sure! Thanks Kevin!

        Reply
    5. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers

      January 30, 2020 at 1:19 pm

      5 stars
      Sounds perfectly cozy and comforting. And that colour! Just lovely 🙂

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:24 am

        For sure! Thank you Jennifer 🙂

        Reply
    6. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

      January 30, 2020 at 12:01 pm

      5 stars
      I have never tried golden milk Dawn, but judging from the list of ingredients, it sounds like something I’d enjoy! I’ll need to give your recipe a try.

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      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:24 am

        It’s soooo good! Thanks Mary Ann! Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    7. annie@ciaochowbambina

      January 30, 2020 at 11:25 am

      I have never even heard of it – and now it’s all I want with my cozy blanket and book at bedtime! This is the perfect sipper! Have a great weekend, my friend! xoxo

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      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:23 am

        Totally! Thanks Annie! XOXO

        Reply
    8. Leanne

      January 30, 2020 at 8:47 am

      5 stars
      I would love to be home right now in my PJs and fuzzy slippers sipping on one of these! And since I don’t drink dairy milk or cream, this beverage is perfect for me. Love the added benefits of turmeric and the other spices sound so cozy! Happy almost weekend Dawn! Pinned!

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      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:23 am

        Right?? Thanks Leanne! Have a great week!

        Reply
    9. Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes

      January 30, 2020 at 4:54 am

      5 stars
      Oh. I have always wanted to try this –
      This is the recipe that will be the first – delicious!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:23 am

        Yay! Enjoy, my friend 🙂

        Reply
    10. Matt - Total Feasts

      January 29, 2020 at 5:48 pm

      5 stars
      Slightly jealous of your bunny slippers! Also, this golden milk sounds delicious, such cool flavours. If I had this in an evening, it would definitely put me in a relaxed mood!

      Reply
    11. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen

      January 29, 2020 at 10:29 am

      5 stars
      This sounds so cozy and warming! I’ve only ever made golden milk from pre-bought mixes so I’m going to have to try yours. I know it will be so much better!

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      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:22 am

        You should! So easy and so delicious! Thanks Kelsie 🙂

        Reply
    12. David @ Spiced

      January 29, 2020 at 9:32 am

      5 stars
      Not gonna lie. The best part of this post was the bunny slippers. I was hoping you’d post a link to those! 🙂 Just kidding. (Maybe.) I’ve yet to try golden milk, but with all of the warming spices in there I know I would be a fan! Plus, anything with maple syrup is tasty. This sounds like a great drink to sip on while sitting on the couch after dinner!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 03, 2020 at 9:22 am

        Lol!! It would be perfect to enjoy after dinner…especially in these colder months! Thanks David 🙂

        Reply

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