Golden Milk Turmeric Latte (Dairy Free)

This creamy Golden Milk recipe is made with coconut milk, fresh turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and a touch of honey for a cozy, warmly spiced drink. Its perfection for relaxing evenings. Also known as turmeric milk, this easy homemade golden milk has just the right balance of warm spices, creaminess, and sweetness.

And the best part? Even someone who can’t stand ginger (me!) can enjoy it! The creamy coconut milk in this golden milk recipe mellows out ginger’s sharp, spicy kick, making it surprisingly delicious.

Your Warming Pick This Winter

There’s something so comforting about curling up with a warm mug of golden milk on a gloomy winter evening! Enjoy it while reading a good book, watching a movie, or winding down after a long day. It’s also a delicious addition to a comforting winter breakfast alongside gluten free oatmeal, homemade muffins, or avocado toast.

Golden Milk Ingredients

You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make this homemade turmeric milk:

• Coconut milk: Creates a rich, creamy base that balances the stronger spices. Almond milk works too.
• Fresh turmeric: This gives golden milk its beautiful golden color and earthy flavor.
• Fresh ginger: Adds a warm, slightly spicy kick.
• Black peppercorns: Subtle and not super noticeable.
• Cinnamon: Brings a cozy sweetness and warmth.
• Honey: Naturally sweetens the drink and balances the spices.

Naturally Gluten & Dairy Free

This golden milk recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free when made with coconut or almond milk! For a vegan version, swap the honey for maple syrup.

Fresh vs. Ground Ingredients

I always love using fresh turmeric and ginger for their bold, aromatic flavors (and nutritional value), but ground spices work in a pinch! For each tablespoon of freshly grated turmeric or ginger, start with approximately 1 teaspoon of the ground version and adjust to taste. Ground spices can create a slightly different flavor and texture, so start small.

Where to Find Fresh Turmeric & Ginger

Fresh ginger is available in the produce section of most grocery stores, while fresh turmeric can be a little trickier to find. Check natural food stores, Asian or Indian grocery markets, and specialty produce markets. Both look like small, knobby roots, although fresh turmeric has a bright orange interior. It also can sometimes be found in the produce section depending on your local grocery store.

Turmeric, Black Pepper & Coconut Oil Absorption

You’ll often see turmeric paired with black pepper and a source of fat in golden milk recipes. That’s because piperine, a compound in black pepper, and dietary fats are commonly discussed in relation to curcumin absorption. This recipe includes black peppercorns and coconut milk, which naturally contains fat, so there’s no need to add coconut oil.

How to Make Golden Milk

Making homemade golden milk is incredibly easy and takes just 15 minutes!

Heat the ingredients. In a medium saucepan, combine coconut milk, freshly grated ginger, turmeric*, and black peppercorns. Simmer. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Tip: Fresh turmeric stains easily, so consider wearing gloves when peeling and grating it.

Sweeten and spice. Stir in the cinnamon and honey until combined. Strain into two mugs and serve and enjoy warm!

Here’s to warming spices and regaining our sparkle together,

✧❈✯✦Jenn✦✯❈✧