10-Minute Warming Homemade Golden Milk for Cozy Comfort
A soothing and nutritious drink made with turmeric, milk, and spices. Perfect for cold evenings or when you need a comforting boost.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Pour milk into a small saucepan and warm over medium heat.
- Add turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper. Whisk to combine.
- Heat until warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and add honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Stir in vanilla extract if using.
- Pour into mugs and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh spices for best flavor.
- Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Black pepper helps with turmeric absorption.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg