Turmeric And Milk Recipe

Yes, this Golden Milk recipe is easy, traditional, and optimized for absorption, but the real clutch? It’s outrageously delicious. The key is not to overload it with turmeric, which can make it taste medicinal and bitter. Plus, using a balanced blend of spices adds flavor and warmth while enhancing its nourishing properties. Comfort in a cup!

“So delicious—I’m sometimes super lazy and make it with commercial tea bags of golden milk blend, but your recipe is 1000x better, and I always regret not taking the extra few seconds to make a batch of the real deal. Making some again later this week, and can’t wait!” Kathryn

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How To Make Golden Turmeric Milk (haldi Doodh)?

, is a nourishing Indian drink made with turmeric and milk. Here in the West, it’s often referred to as Golden Milk. Long used in ancient Ayurvedic medicine, Golden Milk is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Like Masala Chai, Turmeric Milk has evolved and morphed into so many beautiful drinks. Whatever the variation, the consensus is that it’s a life-giving drink that happens to taste (and feel) good!

Although the ‘traditional’ recipe varies from family to family (see Nandita Godbole’s deep dive into traditional vs trendy Golden Milk), there are some common themes I’ve noticed between the Turmeric Milk I grew up with and the reinvented version I most often see today.

Easy 5 Minute Golden Milk

Though my recipe has invariably steered from the classic version (the vanilla is optional, I promise), the crux is there – whole milk, turmeric powder, and traditional spices.

I know this recipe has a long list of spices. Feel free to substitute with ground spices, or omit the ones you don’t have on hand. Keep it as basic or supercharged as you’d like. Remember, besides the milk & turmeric (and arguably a sweetener), almost everything else could technically be optional.

Fun Fact: Curcumin, the active & most beneficial component of turmeric, is what gives turmeric its deep yellow color. Turmeric powders come with varying levels of curcumin content.

Coconut Golden Milk Recipe

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With all this talk about its medicinal properties, I don’t want toundermine that this drinkis truly delicious!The warming spices, the full-bodied, earthy taste, and the soothing aroma…as cliché as it sounds, it’s not just a drink, it’s an experience.So slow down, relax, andfocus on how you’re nourishing your bodywhile enjoying a unique and flavorful beverage. If you try it, I’d love to know in the comments below!

Golden Milk (or Turmeric Milk) is an ancient Ayurvedic drink that's known for its anti-inflammatory properties. This recipe is optimized for absorption and tastes perfectly balanced. Rich with flavor, yet light and comforting.

Keto Golden Turmeric Milk

Note 1: If you’re new to turmeric milk, you may want to start with 1/4 tsp, then add more according to taste and color (potency varies from powder to powder) . I usually use 1/2 tsp, but any more than 1 tsp and it starts to taste medicinal and grainy.

Note 2: The optional ingredients, like ginger and vanilla, are not ones I grew up drinking in turmeric milk. I tried & loved them for the taste, plus ginger enhance the healing properties of turmeric milk.

Note 3: Because curcumin (the active compound in turmeric) is fat-soluble, turmeric is better absorbed with a fat. Though the fat content in whole milk may be enough, I’ve included the option to use coconut oil or ghee if you’re using a low-fat dairy-free milk such as rice milk.

Golden Milk Turmeric Paste

Calories: 182 kcal , Carbohydrates: 20 g , Protein: 9 g , Fat: 8 g , Saturated Fat: 5 g , Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3 g , Monounsaturated Fat: 2 g , Cholesterol: 29 mg , Sodium: 100 mg , Potassium: 430 mg , Fiber: 1 g , Sugar: 18 g , Vitamin A: 401 IU , Vitamin C: 1 mg , Calcium: 326 mg , Iron: 1 mg

This post is an updated version of the one I originally published on December 3, 2016. Since then, I’ve updated with new text, pictures, and video. The recipe, aside from a few tweaks, remains the same.If you are looking for ways to relax and unwind, improve your sleep, relieve joint inflammation, or simply like the idea of adding a warm, tasty beverage to your evening routine, this Golden Milk recipe is for you!

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Golden Milk (turmeric Milk)

For centuries, healing golden milk has been used in Ayurvedic medicine (which originates in India) as an alternative remedy to soothe coughs, aches and pains, restlessness, and more.

If you’re not a fan of almond milk, you may opt for any non-dairy milk of your choice to keep this recipe dairy-free; cashew milk is especially creamy. For more protein, use soy milk or pea milk.

Since turmeric milk saves and reheats well, I like to make a double or triple batch, and then enjoy it several nights in a row.

Golden Milk With Fresh Turmeric

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Serving: 1 drink Calories: 134 kcal Carbohydrates: 16 g Protein: 3 g Fat: 7 g Saturated Fat: 1 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g Potassium: 87 mg Fiber: 2 g Sugar: 12 g Vitamin A: 3 IU Vitamin C: 1 mg Calcium: 338 mg Iron: 1 mg

I’ve always enjoyed drinking turmeric milk warm since it is believed that it better activates the anti-inflammatory ingredients in turmeric and other spices. However, if you simply want to enjoy the flavor of the golden milk, I’m sure it would be lovely chilled, served over ice, or even as a blended turmeric milk frappe.

Turmeric Latte (golden Milk)

Nothing! They are the same thing. You can call this recipe golden milk or call it a turmeric latte, whichever suits your fancy.

Hi, I'm Erin Clarke, and I'm fearlessly dedicated to making healthy food that's affordable, easy-to-make, and best of all DELISH. I'm the author and recipe developer here at and of The Well Plated Cookbook. I adore both sweets and veggies, and I am on a mission to save you time and dishes. WELCOME!Turmeric contains an array of nutrients. It’s particularly high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. It has a warm, slightly spicy, bold, earthy flavor. When mixed with a hint of sweetness you’re left with a delicious combination for a warming drink!

In its simplest form, it’s a combination of warm milk and turmeric. Most traditional recipes will combine the turmeric with whole cow’s milk, but with our spin on this delicious original, you can substitute with any milk that suits your lifestyle best. Whether that be unsweetened almond milk, cashew milk, oat milk or any other milk you enjoy!

Golden Turmeric Milk For Toddlers

You can also add additional components such as herbs, spices, and sweeteners to enhance the taste as well as the nutrient density after it’s been warmed through.

This particular turmeric milk recipe is a good source of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, healthy fats, manganese and iron. The ingredients actually work together in a synergistic fashion to help enhance the nutritional value of one another.

From sore throats, colds, and the flu to wound healing and the treatment of abrasions (due to its antibacterial and antimicrobial properties).

Golden Milk (hot Or Iced)

Turmeric is such a nutritious spice that I also love using it in all kinds of dishes, such as my One Bowl Skillet Meal, Spicy Coconut Curry with Sweet Jasmine Rice, Curry Cauliflower Soup as well as dressings and sauces.

Most of us have heard at least one time or another that drinking warm milk before bed will help us fall asleep. Scientifically speaking, this theory stems from the fact that there is tryptophan present in milk (the same theory behind turkey making you sleepy).

Yet, there’s little research that supports this theory (in fact, this research says otherwise). With that being said, the simple warming component of this milk makes it my favorite drink to have before bed! It’s a great way to help unwind after a long day.

Turmeric Almond Milk With Ginger

But don’t think that it has to be had at night! It can also be used as a great morning latte to jump-start your day with nutrients.

Don’t be afraid to make this recipe your own! You can have the milk as is, or use one of the subtle adjustments listed below.

Additionally, if you generally find the taste of turmeric to be too overpowering, you can start out by adding more honey or maple syrup to sweeten it a bit. Over time you can gradually decrease the amount of sweetener as you become accustomed to the taste.

Turmeric Milk Recipe (golden Milk)

It’s also important to note that the longer you simmer the ingredients over low-medium heat, the stronger and more intense the flavor is.

I also have a quick tip for you if you’d like to prepare turmeric milk faster! Add about 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, a dash of cinnamon, and a dash of sea salt into some almond milk. Then just shake it up