This Golden Milk recipe is made with a turmeric paste and has hints of vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, and cardamon. Enjoy this warm spiced golden milk every day for a healthy morning drink. This Golden Milk recipe makes a small jar of turmeric paste, which you can quickly whisk into your daily cup of spiced Golden Milk.
This spiced Golden Milk recipe has been a fall favorite since it is so warming and comforting. On days that I don't start my day with a cup of coffee, or when I finish my cup of coffee and I'm still craving a warm drink, I whisk up a mug of spiced Golden Milk.
This Vegan Golden Milk Recipe is easy to make
You can make this Golden Milk recipe at home easily. Many recipes for Golden Milk make one cup at a time, and the recipes generally follow the same simple steps: heat milk (or a milk alternative) on the stove, whisk in turmeric and any other desired spices, and simmer for a short period of time.
This Golden Milk recipe is a bit different and is based on first making a turmeric paste. The turmeric paste is then whisked into warmed almond milk (or any other milk of your choice). While it's a two-step process, you can make the turmeric paste ahead of time, save it in the refrigerator, and use it to make multiple mugs of Golden Milk in the coming days.
Make a small jar of turmeric paste so you can whisk up golden milk quickly and easily anytime
The extra benefit of making turmeric paste is that you can use it in other recipes, beyond just this Golden Milk recipe. I've added the turmeric paste to curries, soups and stews, and even into various stir-fry dishes. There are many health benefits of turmeric, so hopefully the recipe for the turmeric paste will help you consume more turmeric.
If you're drinking Golden Milk on a regular basis, I find that it's easier and quicker to make a turmeric paste, and use that turmeric paste to make your daily cup of Golden Milk. That way, you don't need to pull out all the spices or wait for the Golden Milk to simmer on the stovetop every morning.
This Golden Milk recipe makes a healthy drink to have each morning
You can even skip the stovetop completely and heat up your choice of milk in the microwave before whisking in the turmeric paste. I recommend making a fresh batch of turmeric paste every week or so, but opinions differ and some people save it for a few weeks at a time.
This spiced version of Golden Milk has hints of vanilla, cinnamon, cardamon, black pepper and ginger. To get the hints of spice, I simmered the various spices in water, and then used the infused water to make the turmeric paste. I hope you are able to stay warm and healthy through the cold months with this Golden Milk recipe.
Golden Milk - Easy Turmeric Latte (V, GF)
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Turmeric Paste
- 1 cup water
- 1 knob ginger - sliced, about 1-inch
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- ½ bourbon vanilla bean - sliced open
- 2 cardamon pods - lightly crushed
- ¼ teaspoon black peppercorn
- 3 tablespoons ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon organic extra-virgin coconut oil
Golden Milk
- 1 cup almond milk (any milk or milk alternative will work)
- 1 teaspoon golden paste (more or less depending on your taste preference)
- coconut palm sugar (as desired)
- ground cinnamon - for topping
Instructions
Make the turmeric paste
- In a small saucepan, add in the water and all the spices, except the turmeric. Bring the water to a boil, then turn down the heat. Simmer, partially covered, for 15 minutes (you want the amount water to reduce to about ½ cup). Remove the spices.
- Add in the turmeric and coconut oil, and cook, over low heat for about 5 minutes, until a paste forms. If needed, add in more water by the tablespoon.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool. Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator.
Make the Golden Milk
- Heat the milk in a small saucepan or microwave, until warmed. Whisk in your desired about of turmeric paste and coconut sugar. Dust with cinnamon on top.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Golden Milk is delicious on its own anytime of the day, but it pairs especially well with vegan breakfasts like:
Jenny says
Love your blog and the concept of breakfast / brunch! I love breakfast so this is a perfect place for me to hangout at in the mornings :-) This golden milk looks delicious.. especially love the paste idea. So handy for winter months.
Jonathan Jui says
Beats a hot chocolate in nutrition!
Tina Jui says
I'll make one for you tomorrow morning :D
Silvia says
Having my second cuppa today, love it!!
Thanks Tina!
Tina Jui says
Hi Silvia - good to hear! I hope you enjoy, and it keeps you warm!
Platter Talk says
Thank you for the idea of a pre-make spice mix. I'd love this on a rainy day!
Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours says
This is such an excellent idea Tina, it takes me a good few minutes to find the spices I need, and I love the idea of making a big batch to stir through the milk to speed the process up.
Tina Jui says
Anything to save a few minutes in the morning, right? :)
Tracy | Baking Mischief says
These pictures make me want to curl up on a cloudy day with a book and a big cup of golden milk!! And I love that you can make a batch of turmeric paste once and have golden milk all week. Pinning!
Tina Jui says
Thanks for the pin! I agree, this is one drink that makes me wish it was always a cloudy day outside ;)
Suzy | The Mediterranean Dish says
Oh this sounds so delicious! A must-try!
Taylor @ The Girl on Bloor says
What a delicious way to enjoy the winter months. I might just try your tip on the turmeric paste...I've seen some of the root at my local international market and have been meaning to make a golden milk or smoothie for some time!
Veena says
That sounds so refreshing..! and so much of earthy goodness. Turmeric is so under valued in our modern cooking. It's so beneficial to the body. Can't wait to try it.
Terriann says
I can attest to the deliciousness of this drink since I was lucky enough to be there when it was made! I'm definitely going to make this when I get back home. Thanks Tina!
Tina Jui says
Hi Terriann! I'm glad I got to share this with you. Hope you are enjoying it back in California!