Turmeric and Ginger Golden Milk (Print Version)

Aromatic golden milk infused with turmeric, ginger, and warming spices. Ready in 15 minutes with anti-inflammatory benefits.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 for richness
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

# How to Make It:

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 Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 15 minutes, making it perfect for those nights when you need something nurturing but can't spend hours cooking.
  • The warmth settles into your body in a way that feels almost like a hug from someone who understands exactly what you need.
  • You probably have most of these spices already hiding in your cabinet, so it's incredibly forgiving and budget-friendly.
02 -
  • Never boil the milk aggressively—a gentle steam is what you're after, and impatience here results in that burnt-milk film you can't quite scrub off your saucepan.
  • Black pepper genuinely does help your body use the turmeric better, so don't skip it even though it seems like a weird addition.
03 -
  • Make a spice paste ahead of time by combining turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper with a tablespoon of water or ghee, then you can simply spoon it into warm milk for mornings when you need fast comfort.
  • The saucepan matters less than the heat level—too high and you've ruined the milk, too low and you're waiting around; medium-low is your sweet spot.
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