Golden milk (which gets its name from the bright golden color caused by turmeric) is a cozy winter drink that’s easy to make and boasts numerous health benefits. Golden milk is packed with antioxidants and may help reduce inflammation, aid in digestion, and improve memory and brain function. This simple golden milk latte recipe is made with warming spices, your choice of oat milk or water, and can be served either hot or iced!
RECIPE AND IMAGE CREDIT: GIMME SOME OVEN.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- One pinch of Black Pepper
- One pinch of Sea Salt
Optional Ingredients
- 2 cups oat milk
- 1-3 teaspoons Maple Syrup
Special Materials
- 1 Frother
Directions
(To make a hot latte:) Steam the milk until warm and frothy using a frother. Or heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until nearly simmering, and whisk briefly until frothy.
Add sweetener (if using), vanilla extract, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper and salt to a heatproof mug. Pour the steamed milk (minus the foam) into the mug and stir until combined. Add the foam on top and give it a brief stir.
Give the latte a taste and add extra sweetener, if needed.
Serve warm. Serve immediately and enjoy!
(To make an iced latte):
Heat 1/2 cup of the milk (or alternately you can just use hot water) until nearly simmering. In a heatproof glass or measuring cup, whisk together the hot milk, sweetener, vanilla extract (optional), turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper and salt until combined.
Fill a large glass with ice. Pour in the warm milk mixture. Then pour in the remaining cold milk, and stir briefly with a straw until combined.
Give the iced latte a taste and add extra sweetener, if needed.
Serve cold. Serve immediately and enjoy!