Nourishing, warming and simply delicious, this easy peasy vegan golden milk (or turmeric milk) is sure to be a favourite, especially during the colder months when you need something to warm ya up!
Hey friends!
Bringing you one of my favourite warm drinks to date—> this golden milk recipe!
I’ve always been a fan of warm milk at night so it’s no surprise that I love this vegan golden milk.
Me…
Pajamas…
Bunny slippers…
Top bun…
Golden milk.
That’s pretty a random weekday night for me.
I lead an exciting life, I know. Don’t be jealous, lol 😉
Anywho…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 (read crazy expensive drinks that you can make at home on the cheap).
Essentially golden milk (also known as ‘turmeric milk’ or ‘haldi doodh’) is a warm milk with all those cozy cold weather spices, like turmeric, cinnamon and sometimes, cardamom. It can be sweetened to taste.
It’s been touted for its health benefits with the inclusion of turmeric and other nutritious ingredients.
Me though? I just enjoy because it tastes dang delicious! Simple as dat!
And if you’re looking for a cool drink with turmeric, you may enjoy this green ginger smoothie with spinach!
Ingredients Needed
- Coconut flavoured almond milk (or coconut milk or dairy)
- Coconut oil
- Turmeric
- Cinnamon
- Ginger
- Cardamom
- Black pepper
- Vanilla extract
- Maple syrup
How to Make It?
Making golden milk couldn’t be simpler! You place all the ingredients in a pot, warm through and enjoy!
Tip—>Once the milk has started to bubble just a tad around the edges, warm through 5-8 minutes or so. Don’t boil or leave it. Whisk occasionally.
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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!
Can I Reheat?
Absolutely! If you don’t enjoy all at once, store leftovers in a covered jar in the fridge and warm through in a pot on the stove-top. Leftovers are good for as long as your dairy (or non dairy) is.
Tips for Recipe Success
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 swirly swirl as you are enjoying.
Speaking of spices, 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.
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 opt for ghee (clarified butter) instead.
I’ve also added a pinch of ground nutmeg and cayenne to my golden milk drinks too.
Maple syrup was the sweetener of choice here, but you can opt for something else (like blitzed up dates) or honey (if you don’t need this to be vegan).
Hope you love this feel good turmeric milk recipe as much as we do!
If you’re looking for something to go with, try these vegan orange spice muffins from my friend, Haylie, of Our Balanced Bowl.
Until next time, take care and chit chat again soon,
~Dawn
Make this vegan golden milk ? That’s awesome! Love it if you left a comment and rating below. Many thanks, you guys! XO
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Vegan Golden Milk {turmeric milk}
Ingredients
- 3 cups coconut almond milk -or coconut milk or your favourite dairy or non dairy
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- pinch black pepper
- 1 tbsp maple syrup -or to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a pot on the stove-top and warm through (do not boil) for 5-8 minutes. Garnish with a pinch of your favourite spices, if you like. 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 swirly swirl as you are enjoying.
- Speaking of spices, 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.
- 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 opt for ghee (clarified butter) instead.
- I’ve also added a pinch of ground nutmeg and cayenne to my golden milk drinks too.
- Maple syrup was the sweetener of choice here, but you can opt for something else (like blitzed up dates) or honey (if you don’t need this to be vegan).
This is a must-try!I love the nutritional value combined with the warmth and comfort it offers. And it’s so pretty! 🙂 ~Valentina
Thank you! It’s soooo yummy 🙂
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!
It really is yummy! Hope you love it too 🙂
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!!
Happy to hear it 😉 Thanks Katherine! Hope you enjoy!
Have never heard of this but I bet it full of health benefits and those added spices make this one tasty drink!
Tasty for sure 🙂 Thanks Kevin!
Sounds perfectly cozy and comforting. And that colour! Just lovely 🙂
For sure! Thank you Jennifer 🙂
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.
It’s soooo good! Thanks Mary Ann! Enjoy 🙂
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
Totally! Thanks Annie 🙂 XOXO
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!
Right 😉 ?? Thanks Leanne 🙂 Have a great week!
Oh. I have always wanted to try this –
This is the recipe that will be the first – delicious!
Yay! Enjoy, my friend 🙂
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!
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!
You should! So easy and so delicious! Thanks Kelsie 🙂
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!
Lol!! It would be perfect to enjoy after dinner…especially in these colder months! Thanks David 🙂