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    Vegan Golden Milk (Turmeric Latte)

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    Vegan Golden Milk is made with dairy-free milk, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s sweetened with maple syrup, creamy, healthy, and delicious!

    Golden milk latte in white cup on cutting board.

    Now more than ever we need to be doing all we can to stay healthy and protect ourselves. So, a few weeks ago while working in my favorite coffee shop, Urban Grind Roasters, I noticed something new on their menu: a Turmeric Latte with the tag line, “Immune Boost.” I decided to forego my usual delicious pour-over and try it.

    WOW! That’s all I can say. I’ve heard about “Golden Milk” and “Turmeric Lattes” before. But, never tried one. Boy, was I missing out! It was the perfect balance of earthy and sweet; soothing and warm; and incredibly satisfying. So, I was inspired to come home and start working on my own recipe. I LOVE vegan golden milk!!!

    To say I’ve become obsessed with turmeric lattes would be an understatement. It’s my new coffee and I make no apologies. There’s no caffeine so it can be enjoyed in the morning or evening. Yet, it’s still energizing. It’s also gluten-free and filled to the brim with nutrients. Could this get any better?

    If you haven’t tried vegan golden milk there’s no better time than now! It’s super easy, requires just a few simple wholesome ingredients, and is ready in less than 5 minutes! Trust me, you won’t be sorry.

    Ready to enjoy your new favorite plant-based hot beverage? Let’s do it!

    Milk, ginger, turmeric, maple syrup, and cinnamon sticks on cutting board.

    Table of Contents

    • What Is Golden Milk
    • Ingredients You’ll Need
    • How To Make Vegan Golden Milk
    • Vegan Golden Milk Benefits
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • 💭 Top Tips
    • Vegan Golden Milk (Turmeric Latte)

    What Is Golden Milk

    Golden Milk comes from the Ayurvedic tradition. A traditional golden milk recipe is a simple mixture of turmeric and hot milk and sometimes an extra spice or two.

    Vegan golden milk uses non-dairy milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, a little pepper, and is sweetened with maple syrup. Then it all gets whisked together and creates the most deliciously rich, creamy, healthy, and relaxing beverage in the world.

    The best thing about vegan golden milk is how easy it is to make! There’s a good chance you already have all of the ingredients in your pantry and refrigerator.

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    The best thing about this recipe is there are no fancy ingredients. You’ll need the following basic ingredient for this plant-based turmeric Golden Milk recipe:

    • Non-dairy milk: I used unsweetened almond milk. Oat milk and cashew milk are great as well because they’re so creamy.
    • Turmeric powder: The obvious star of the show and the reason it’s called “golden milk.”
    • Ginger: I used dried ginger powder because of the convenience. But, you would use fresh ginger if you prefer.
    • Cinnamon: Cinnamon adds extra warmth and spice that works really well with the turmeric.
    • Vanilla: For depth of flavor and sweetness to balance out the earthiness of the other spices.
    • Maple Syrup: For sweetness. You could also use agave, date sugar, or honey (not vegan).
    • Pepper: I know it sounds weird, but it actually serves a purpose. Turmeric contains curcumin and when paired with pepper it can boost its benefits.
    Turmeric ingredients in saucepan.

    How To Make Vegan Golden Milk

    Vegan golden milk is perfect when you’re craving something warm and soothing. It comes together in less than 5 minutes and uses only 7 healthy and wholesome ingredients.

    1. To a small saucepan add all of the ingredients. Whisk everything together and warm over over medium heat for 5 minutes or until it’s hot to the touch but not boiling.
    2. Remove from heat, taste, and adjust for sweetness and flavor. Depending on your personal taste you may wish to add more turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, or maple syrup.

    Literally, that’s it! Yes, being healthy is that easy.

    This turmeric latte is creamy, comforting, mildly spicy, naturally sweetened, super healthy, and absolutely delicious.

    Golden milk latte being poured into cup.

    Vegan Golden Milk Benefits

    Turmeric contains curcumin which gives turmeric its yellow color and is loaded with many health benefits. Some of the most common areas are fatigue, joint pain, digestive problems, respiratory problems, and many other things.

    Curcumin contains high levels of antioxidants and most research has shown it helps to reduce the risk of diseases and slow the aging process.

    One of turmeric’s most studied benefits is its anti-inflammatory properties. Research has shown that turmeric reduces inflammation in the body, which can help reduce the risk of many chronic diseases.

    Bottom line? There’s lots of reason to make and enjoy this amazing drink.
    So, BOTTOMS UP!

    Turmeric latte in white cup.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does vegan Golden Milk taste like?

    It’s a great balance of earthy, sweet, spicy, and creamy. I often say it’s like a chai latte with a kick…and better.

    Can I make vegan Golden Milk ahead of time?

    Yes. It’s best fresh, but this is great for making and storing so you always have a nice latte waiting for you. Just heat and drink.

    How to store leftovers?

    Place any used Golden Milk in an airtight container, such as a glass jar, and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    How to reheat?

    Simply pour the mixture back into a small saucepan and warm over medium heat while occasionally whisking.

    💭 Top Tips

    • The spices are potent so be sure and use the amounts as listed. Taste and adjust after it has been heated and mixed.
    • If you want that “cozy” coffee house texture you can use a frother to fluff it up a bit. They’re inexpensive but fun to use.
    • Dried spices work great in this recipe, just make sure they aren’t stale.
    • Enjoy this delicious golden milk latte in the morning or evening.
    Two cups of golden milk latte.

    Be sure and make this vegan golden milk a daily routine if for nothing else the health benefits alone. It’s also a great replacement for coffee as an afternoon “pick me up.” And, if you need something warm and cozy right before bed it won’t keep you up. In fact, it may help you to drift off.

    I love having this delicious beverage with savory breakfast dishes like my Vegan Tofu Scramble, Tofu Bacon, The Best Vegan Frittata, Easy Cheesy Vegan Grits, and Easy Vegan Breakfast Tacos. But, my favorite meal to consume with this delicious Golden Milk Latte is my Cheesy Vegan Grits Bowl with BBQ Soy Curls.

    Golden milk latte with sprinkle of pepper on top.

    If you make this Golden Milk let me know! Please leave a comment and rate it. Be sure to share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #shaneandsimple. I want to see your work. Enjoy!

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    Vegan Golden Milk (Turmeric Latte)

    ★★★★★

    5 from 33 reviews

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    This Vegan Golden Milk is made with dairy-free milk, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s naturally sweetened, creamy, healthy, and delicious!

    • Total Time: 7 minutes
    • Yield: 2 cups 1x

    Ingredients

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    • 2 cups of unsweetened almond milk or non-dairy milk of choice
    • 1 tsp. turmeric powder
    • ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
    • ¼ tsp. ground ginger
    • ½ tsp. vanilla
    • 2–3 Tbsp maple syrup
    • ⅛ tsp. or a pinch of black pepper
     

    Instructions

    1. To a small saucepan add all of the ingredients. Whisk everything together and warm over over medium heat for 5 minutes or until it’s hot to the touch but not boiling.
    2. Remove from heat, taste, and adjust for sweetness and flavor. Depending on your personal taste you may wish to add more turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, or maple syrup.
    3. Use a milk frother for texture if you like. You can also blend all of the ingredients together once the milk is hot. But, whisking works just fine.

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    Notes

    The spices are potent so be sure and use the amounts as listed. Taste and adjust after it has been heated and mixed.

    If you want that “cozy” coffee house texture you can use a frother to fluff it up a bit. They’re inexpensive but fun to use.

    Dried spices work great in this recipe, just make sure they aren’t stale.

    Enjoy this delicious golden milk latte in the morning or evening.

    • Author: Shane Martin
    • Prep Time: 2 mins.
    • Cook Time: 5 mins.
    • Category: Beverage
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Vegan
    • Diet: Vegan

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cup
    • Calories: 101
    • Sugar: 12.3 g
    • Sodium: 189 mg
    • Fat: 3 g
    • Carbohydrates: 16.8 g
    • Fiber: 0.7 g
    • Protein: 1.7 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

    Keywords: turmeric latte, golden milk, vegan golden milk, turmeric tea

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    Comments

    1. sharon rhoads

      January 31, 2023 at 4:07 pm

      OMG EVERYONE I MAKE THIS FOR LOVES IT AND WANTS THE RECIPE. SO SIMPLE YET AMAZING!! I’M PUTTING THE SPICES TOGETHER IN A HUGE BATCH SO THAT I CAN MAKE IT UP IN A JIFFY! Thanks Shane for being such a BLESSING!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Suzanne Lucas

      October 15, 2022 at 5:54 pm

      I make this up cold and store in frig. Fill tall glass with cubed ice, pour 1 cup of this over the ice and fill the glass with cold decaf ice tea. So delicious.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Lisa Abbiati

      October 14, 2022 at 8:45 pm

      Curled up under a blanket with this cup of warm deliciousness! Your recipe is much better than the local coffee house! So easy to make too. Thanks Shane!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Jetta Linda Ostrofsky

      October 13, 2022 at 4:14 am

      Yummy and healthy what more can you want, Thank you, I love it.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        October 13, 2022 at 10:39 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Sue

      October 12, 2022 at 6:15 pm

      I love this drink! I wasn’t sure but I totally enjoyed it! Thanks so much Shane! Love it!

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        October 12, 2022 at 9:46 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    6. Diane M

      October 12, 2022 at 1:36 pm

      I love this drink.. So delicious. Thanks Shane

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    7. Mary

      October 12, 2022 at 5:44 am

      This is like being wrapped in a warm blanket on a cold night! Not only is this delicious, it’s a great way to relax after a stressful day!

      Reply
    8. Terri Busha

      June 14, 2022 at 11:16 am

      I tried this for the first time this morning and it was delish! I am not a coffee drinker but kind of always want to have the good feels of drinking something warm in the morning. This will definitely be a daily drink for me especially with all the health benefits!!

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        June 14, 2022 at 11:35 am

        Thank you, Terri!!!

        Reply
    9. Priya

      April 20, 2022 at 5:36 pm

      I’ve recently started buying $7 turmeric lattes (yikes) from my local coffee shop and thought I would try to make it at home. This recipe is so much more flavorful and delicious. I used vanilla oat milk because I was out of extract, a cinnamon stick, substituted agave for more of a classic sugar taste, and served over ice. Thank you.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        April 21, 2022 at 4:56 pm

        That’s awesome, Priya! Love your additions.

        Reply
    10. Bobbie

      January 08, 2022 at 2:57 pm

      I finally got around to making this as a warming drink after my cold walk outside. It is wonderfully delicious and quick to prepare. Got a nice foam using inly a whisk.
      I will make this again.
      Thank you.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    11. Kristen

      November 25, 2021 at 6:33 pm

      Really delicious! I didn’t have ginger but it is fine without 🙂 thank you!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    12. Wendy

      October 27, 2021 at 1:59 pm

      Could you warm this in the microwave? How long, do you think?

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        November 03, 2021 at 4:56 pm

        30 seconds should be fine.

        Reply
    13. Gloria Kjorsvik

      October 27, 2021 at 12:01 pm

      Delicious…made this, this morning feeling under the weather and boy did it hit the spot. I don’t have a frothier but my whisk worked just fine. Thanks for this fabulous recipe and will be having this every morning in these cooler months. Thanks, Shane!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    14. Donna Smith

      October 27, 2021 at 9:30 am

      I have tried a number of different golden milk recipes. I do like golden milk but chain this is the best tasting one I’ve ever had! Thank you. Keep those recipes coming!!

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        November 03, 2021 at 4:57 pm

        Thank you so much!!!

        Reply
    15. Kathleen Waldron

      October 27, 2021 at 9:01 am

      I have some fresh turmeric and ginger. Can you tell me how to use them in place of the dried spices?

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        October 27, 2021 at 9:21 am

        A good rule of thumb for both: 1 tablespoon freshly grated turmeric or ginger = 1 teaspoon ground turmeric. Dry will always be stronger than fresh.

        Reply
        • Kathleen Waldron

          November 02, 2021 at 9:24 pm

          I’ve made it twice now. Once with grated fresh ginger, it had a milder flavor. Very nice but I like the ease of using the ground ginger. I’ll definitely be making this again. Such a delicious way to get the benefits of turmeric. Thanks Shane!

          ★★★★★

          Reply
    16. Pat Dean

      October 27, 2021 at 8:35 am

      I would think you could mix the dry ingredients (use a small amount of vanilla powder for the vanilla extract) together by doubling, tripling, or quadrupling the recipe. It would be even easier to make a dry mix and then add the milk and maple syrup to the saucepan.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        October 27, 2021 at 9:19 am

        You absolutely could.

        Reply
    17. Helene

      April 01, 2021 at 3:43 pm

      I soaked 3 dates in warm water and then blended them with the rest of the ingredients in the blender. I also used fresh ginger. Turned out awesome and a little foamy on top!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    18. Judy W

      March 26, 2021 at 5:22 pm

      Super yummy. I’ve been looking for a way to incorporate more ginger and turmeric into my diet – this is perfect! Easy and decadent. Thanks for the recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    19. Cathy

      March 23, 2021 at 9:22 am

      Am sipping as I type. I used 2 tablespoons of maple syrup then added 1/8 teaspoon of cardamom. Over the top delicious!

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        March 23, 2021 at 11:22 am

        Thank you!

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    20. Laura Otaki

      March 22, 2021 at 7:48 am

      Treat yourself!—I’ve made this golden drink twice now and really enjoyed it. Especially on a cool day! Thank-you for this recipe and all your delicious recipes. 😁

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        March 22, 2021 at 12:14 pm

        Thank you so much!

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    21. GB Nana

      March 22, 2021 at 2:08 am

      My new go to morning drink, and it’s so easy and delicious! I put all the ingredients in my smaller Vitamix container at night then take it out of the fridge in the morning and instead of heating it on the stove I use my Vitamix and turn it on high for 5-10 minutes while I’m putting my lunch in my cooler or whatever needs doing…. pour it in my thermal cup and out the door I go with a big mug of yuminess!!! I do make a few little changes….I use fresh ginger, both cayenne and black pepper, and once in a while dates in place of the syrup! Thank you once again!!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        March 22, 2021 at 5:39 am

        My pleasure and I LOVE the little additions…especially the cayenne. Putting that on my list of “must try.”

        Reply
        • Robin Lefkovits

          March 31, 2021 at 6:18 pm

          Yum yum yum! Just made this in my small Vitamix cup as recommended above and am sipping it as I write. It’s delicious- and SO EASY! Thank you

          ★★★★★

          Reply
      • P

        March 22, 2021 at 8:25 am

        Great idea! I love this recipe, and your vitamix hack is awesome! Thanks for sharing.

        ★★★★★

        Reply
        • Shane Martin

          March 22, 2021 at 12:14 pm

          Thank you!

          ★★★★★

          Reply
    22. Doris

      March 02, 2021 at 11:51 am

      Delicious! Made it with oat milk…

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    23. Debbie Holder

      March 01, 2021 at 9:59 pm

      Omg I am obsessed so delicious! Thank you for your yummy recipes.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    24. Debbie Binkley

      March 01, 2021 at 11:16 am

      Yums!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        March 01, 2021 at 1:07 pm

        Nice.

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    25. Shawna

      February 28, 2021 at 8:24 pm

      Just finished a cup of this heaven! BEST golden milk I’ve tasted. Thank you!!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        March 01, 2021 at 1:07 pm

        Shawna, thank you so much!

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    26. Lisa

      February 25, 2021 at 10:12 pm

      Very good!! I’ve had golden milk before but love this recipe! Thank you Shane! 😋🙏💜

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        February 26, 2021 at 9:52 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    27. Carol

      February 25, 2021 at 8:23 pm

      I enjoyed this delightful beverage treat this evening. Bonus – very easy to make, tasty, healthy and only 101 calories! Great for taming a sweet-tooth craving.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        February 25, 2021 at 8:30 pm

        Thank you, Carol!!! I find a good replacement for even hot chocolate.

        Reply
    28. Shane Martin

      February 25, 2021 at 10:18 am

      This Golden Milk Latte is made with dairy-free milk, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s sweetened with maple syrup, creamy, healthy, and delicious!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Jody

        February 25, 2021 at 6:06 pm

        First time to make any recipe of this type. My friend and I give it two thumbs up. Thank you

        ★★★★★

        Reply
        • Shane Martin

          February 25, 2021 at 8:30 pm

          Thank you, Jody!!!

          Reply
        • Danielle

          February 28, 2021 at 5:45 pm

          Just a small note. Isn’t latte and milk redundant?

          ★★★★★

          Reply
    29. Lisa

      February 24, 2021 at 9:46 pm

      Simple and delicious!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        February 25, 2021 at 10:16 am

        THANK YOU!

        Reply
    30. Sandra Cook

      February 24, 2021 at 8:23 pm

      We love this recipe. It is sooo delicious! Thank you so much for sharing! Blessings!🙂😎

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        February 25, 2021 at 10:17 am

        Thank you, Sandra! Peace.

        Reply

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