Golden milk/golden “mylk” is a delicious beverage with profound healing properties that may reduce inflammation and joint pain and improve immunity.
You know how much I love coconuts. But turmeric is one of my favorites spices and definitely deserves the spotlight.
What is turmeric?
Turmeric is a spice that comes from a plant in South Asia. You’ve probably seen it on the shelf in your local grocery story—with it’s deep yellow hue, it’s hard to miss! It was once called poor man’s saffron but is now considered Indian gold.
In cooking, turmeric can be used as a spice or for just a bright coloring for food. It’s added to rice for a more all-natural version of golden rice. You might recognize it from curry recipes. It’s also used a lot in Thai food, and to protect food from the effects of sunlight in packaging and preservation.
The benefits of golden milk
The benefits of drinking golden milk come from turmeric. Rich in curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compound, turmeric may help alleviate symptoms of arthritis, improve digestive health, and boost the immune system. Studies also suggest it can enhance brain function, reduce the risk of heart disease, and even have anticancer properties, although more research is needed.
What is golden milk?
Golden milk is a delicious beverage made with turmeric powder and coconut milk. Some recipes use other herbs like ashwagandha and cardamom, but my favorite turmeric milk recipe is made with coconut milk, turmeric, clove, black pepper, vanilla and raw honey. Black pepper may sound like an odd ingredient but it’s very important to include it in the recipe. Black pepper enhances bioavailability of turmeric, making it easy for your body to absorb the curcumin.
I love to drink golden milk daily, but it’s a little time-consuming to make a fresh batch often. That’s why I make a dry golden milk latte mix. It’s easy to make and helps me to get turmeric into my diet.
Golden milk latte mix ingredients + substitutions
Powdered milk: I use coconut milk powder for its fat content and flavor, but you can also use regular milk powder.
Turmeric: Look for organic turmeric root powder for the best quality.
Collagen peptides: I add collagen peptides for additional benefits, such as gut health, joint health, and skin and hair benefits.
Spices: A delicious mix of ground ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper (helps activate curcumin in turmeric).
Sweetener: I like pure monk fruit powder, but you can also use stevia to make it sugar-free/keto-friendly or leave it out completely.
Vanilla bean powder: 100% pure vanilla bean powder adds additional flavor, but this is optional.
Find the measurements in the recipe card below.
How to make golden milk latte mix
Simply mix all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container!
How to use golden milk latte mix
- Mix 2 tablespoons of golden milk mix into 8 ounces of hot water.
- Stir until the mixture is dissolved.
- This latte can be served hot or iced.
- Try adding it to your smoothies and coffee too! I add a teaspoon of it to my coffee every morning.
Recipes and Tips:
- Turmeric Shot Recipe (With Fresh or Powdered Turmeric)
- How To Make Ginger Shots
- Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
Golden Milk Latte Mix
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Coconut Milk Powder
- ½ Cup Collagen Peptides
- ¼ Cup Organic Turmeric Powder
- ½ Tablespoon Ground Ginger Powder
- ½ Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
- ½ Tablespoon Pure Monk Fruit Powder (You can use stevia or leave it out completely)
- 1 Teaspoon Organic Black Pepper
- ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Bean Powder (Optional)
- ¼ Teaspoon Sea Salt
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container.
This article was originally written on October 26, 2017 and has recently been updated.
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very nice recipe
You need to add some pepper to ”strenghten” the benefits of turmeric – they recommend quarter teaspoon to every teaspoon of turmeric.
You’re right! That is why there’s organic black pepper in the recipe. 🙂
How do you use coconut flour in raise breads?
How many of the Golden Milk drinks should you consume in a day?
would love more bread recipes with the coconut flours but I do not know how or what the E-book is or how to get it?
If I substitute stevia for the Monk Fruit Powder, would it still be 1/2 Tablespoon or a different amount of stevia for this recipe? Looking forward to trying this drink! Thanks for so many wonderful recipes!
Hi,
I have not tried turmeric and coconut milk before, but I really loved to try. Is it okay to add lemon extract to the drink? I usually drink warm water with a slice of lemon every morning. I wonder if it’s okay to add some lemon extract to the golden drink.
I would have loved to be able to print off the “How to use” part of your recipe posting when printing out the recipe.