Golden Milk

Golden milk (aka turmeric milk) is at the top of the list when it comes to healthy beverages.
A mix of turmeric and dairy-free milk along with cinnamon, maple syrup, and a pinch of black pepper. Naturally sweetened, incredibly healthy, and so very delicious. Ready in just 5 minutes.
In addition to soothing me to sleep, golden milk has also helped me appease my nightly sweet cravings before.
Lately, I’ve been replacing my evening sweet treat (usually a piece of dark chocolate with sea salt) with a steaming cup of Golden Milk and find myself feeling completely satisfied.

Golden milk owes its name to the bright yellow colour of curcumin, the bioactive compound in turmeric that has also a reputation as a silver bullet for a wide range of health issues.
In traditional medicine turmeric has been used for centuries for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiseptic properties.
To be honest golden milk is so delicious you'll forget it's so healthy.
With the freezing temperatures outside, there’s nothing better than a healthy, healing cup of Golden Milk to start your day or right before bed.
Thank me later!

Golden Milk                                                                                                                                                  Print this recipe!

Note: The recipe can be doubled, tripled or more.

Ingredients
Makes 1 serving

1 cup milk of choice (I use almond milk but cashew, soy, rice, coconut, soy, or hemp milk work as well)
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch black pepper
1 tablespoon maple syrup (or other sweetener of choice), adjust sweetness to taste

Optional

½ teaspoon coconut oil
⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom
A couple of peppercorns
Pinch of vanilla extract

Directions

Mix all ingredients in a small saucepan.
Place over medium heat and whisk until hot to the touch but not boiling (it should take around 4 minutes.)
Remove from the heat and adjust sweetness or spices to your taste.
Enjoy!

Nutrition facts

One serving yields 89 calories, 3 grams of fat, 16 grams of carbs, and 1 gram of protein.