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Bedtime Golden Turmeric Milk (Vegan)

May 14, 2018 By Kaitlin McGinn 20 Comments

This soothing Bedtime Golden Milk Latte is warmly spiced with cinnamon, vanilla and a hint of sweetness. It’s our ultimate cozy nighttime drink. (That’s also said to help promote more restful sleep!)

Mug of bright yellow vegan turmeric milk

Have you tried golden milk lattes? We love this warm, comforting drink. Interestingly, I do seem to sleep more restfully when including it in my nighttime routine. (Usually enjoying a couple hours before bedtime.) The earthy turmeric, hint of sweetness, and notes of cinnamon & vanilla are wonderfully soothing. Play around to find your own favorite flavors! Or also add ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, etc.

Mug of turmeric milk latte with cinnamon sticks and a spoon

What is turmeric?

This beautiful yellow spice has long been a staple in Indian cuisine. (Plus traditional Ayurvedic medicine uses it to treat & prevent a wide variety of conditions.) Curcumin is the active component, and various studies show it supports digestion and enhances immune function. Plus, it also contains antioxidants and reduces inflammation.

So this bedtime milk has been a wonderful addition to our routine as I continually try to find new ways to enjoy turmeric – hope you enjoy it too. (I love this Turmeric Noodle Soup as well!)

PS – come join The Garden Grazer on Instagram and share a photo if you make this! (Also please leave a review & star rating below if you give it a try – your feedback is always greatly appreciated. Thank you!)

Pouring bedtime golden turmeric milk from saucepan to mug
Mug of bright yellow vegan turmeric milk
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Bedtime Golden Turmeric Milk

Soothing Bedtime Golden Turmeric Milk with cinnamon and vanilla! The ultimate cozy nighttime drink. Customizable, easy to make, and is said to help promote more restful sleep.
Author: Kaitlin – The Garden Grazer
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
Category: Drinks
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
Servings:2 medium mugs

Ingredients

US Customary – Metric
  • 2 cups soy milk (or other plant-based milk)
  • 1 tsp. ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon (I use Ceylon)
  • 2-3 Tbsp. pure maple syrup (depending on desired sweetness)
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • Pinch of black pepper

Optional

  • 1/4 tsp. ground ginger (or freshly grated), cardamom

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, add all ingredients and whisk to combine.
  • Heat for about 5-6 minutes until milk is hot, whisking occasionally.
  • Take care not to boil (only warm & lightly simmer until the spices are dissolved).
  • Carefully pour into a mug and enjoy! Breathe deep, sip slow, be well.

Notes

I use plain, unsweetened soy milk, so adjust vanilla and maple syrup to taste if you’re using a sweetened or flavored milk.
The pinch of black pepper is said to aid in the effectiveness of turmeric. As for absorption, I’ve read when eaten with fats & oils, it helps absorb turmeric in the gut. (Anyone with more info on this, I’d love to hear!)
Turmeric can stain, so pour & use cautiously.
Recipe adapted from Nutrition Stripped

Nutrition Per Serving (estimate)

Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Potassium: 428mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 927IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 359mg | Iron: 2mg
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bedtime turmeric milk in a mug
photo collage of bedtime turmeric milk

Enjoying this bedtime milk? Also feel free to check out this Healthy Vegan Chocolate Milkshake or Healthy Texas Caviar!

Filed Under: Drinks, Gluten-Free, Recipe, Vegan, WFPBNO Tagged With: bedtime, cinnamon, immune-boosting, latte, maple syrup, naturally sweetened, turmeric, vanilla

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Comments

  1. Terri S

    May 15, 2018 at 12:29 am

    I make this quite often, sometimes before bed, sometimes after a tough morning run. I know it helps with inflammation. I use plain unsweetened almond milk, coconut oil (fat for absorption) one tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and fresh coarse ground black pepper. I love its soothing qualities and know it's so good for me. I love the citrusy fresh taste with the spicy turmeric undertone. Sometimes I add a dash of cayenne. I love your idea of the slightly sweet w/cinnamon! Sorry, no pics but will the next time I make it! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      May 29, 2018 at 4:20 pm

      Great to hear it's been helping with your inflammation after runs! I never thought to add fresh lemon juice. Good idea! Will try your version soon! Have a great week Terri!

      Reply
      • Tonya J.

        June 25, 2019 at 8:53 pm

        This is my favorite way to use turmeric. As a breast cancer survivor, I’m trying to add more to my diet. Thanks for the recipe!5 stars

        Reply
        • Kaitlin McGinn

          July 16, 2019 at 9:54 am

          Hi Tonya! Yay, lovely to hear you’re enjoying it 🙂 I’ve also been trying to add more turmeric in my diet. (I try to do daily turmeric shots with water, lemon juice, and a little black pepper.) Always fun finding new ways to incorporate this wonderful, magical spice! Thanks for the kind feedback & recipe rating! Have a beautiful week! -Kaitlin

          Reply
  2. Tracy

    May 19, 2018 at 12:02 am

    Kaitlin, do you have any idea why this would get thick? I followed the recipe except I used Almond milk instead of Soy. While mixing it if I lift my whisk it almost has the consistency of raw eggs…not that it's all of it, it's like it's getting thick on the bottom. When we drank it, it was good but I could not drink the last few sips because it got too thick in my cup. Any ideas why this is happening or maybe it's supposed to. ??? This is the first time I've made so I don't have anything to judge it to. I was just thinking it would keep the consistency of the milk and not get thick. Other than that we love it!!! Thanks so much!

    Reply
    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      May 29, 2018 at 4:25 pm

      Hi Tracy! Great to hear you love the flavor, but yes! The thickness at the bottom happens to me sometimes too. I suspect the cinnamon (or perhaps some of the turmeric as well) isn’t dissolving completely. I find it helps if I heat it for a bit longer, and whisk more often. Also using good quality spices is important – I like the Simply Organic brand. If you’re still not having much luck, you can reduce the spices or increase the milk 🙂 Hope that helps a little!

      Reply
  3. BLD in MT

    June 6, 2018 at 5:01 pm

    You inspire me to give it another try. I didn't enjoy my first go with Golden Milk, but may it was the recipe. Or maybe because it is new. Or… In any case. Consider me inspired to try again this week.

    Reply
    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      June 6, 2018 at 8:59 pm

      Hope you enjoy! I think the vanilla here might help (you could even add a little extra). And the cinnamon & sweetness from the maple syrup certainly helps too! Hope you have a lovely rest of the week! -Kaitlin

      Reply
  4. Fuchi Girl

    November 18, 2018 at 3:36 am

    This is surprisingly really tasty! I typically use turmeric in my smoothies and wanted an alternative recipe. Your recipes are the bomb.com!

    Reply
    • Kaitlin McGinn

      February 24, 2019 at 2:38 pm

      Haha, thanks so much! Glad you’re enjoying the recipes 🙂 Have a beautiful week!

      Reply
  5. Alicia

    April 12, 2019 at 7:40 pm

    Can’t wait to try this recipe! Sap season is over and we made 200 gallons of fresh maple syrup, so I’m always looking for new and exciting ways to use it. Thank you so much. I’ll keep you posted when I make it!

    Reply
    • Kaitlin McGinn

      April 15, 2019 at 11:05 am

      Hi Alicia! Yum – I LOVE fresh maple syrup, what a treat! Hope you enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Christina

    June 10, 2019 at 11:19 pm

    Hi Kaitlin I tried your recipe tonight and at first it was SUPER good then it got thick 😬 but I see Tracy had the same experience so I will give it another try tomorrow. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Kaitlin McGinn

      June 11, 2019 at 1:18 pm

      Hey Christina! Oh no! Sometimes I find I have a little leftover spice at the bottom of my mug if it didn’t dissolve all the way. (Trying to experiment if this is due to different types of milk, not sure yet!) Be sure to whisk well while it’s heating, or you could definitely try decreasing the amount of turmeric & cinnamon so it’s able to better dissolve. (Sometimes I’ll give it a little swirl in the mug before drinking to help it along too) 🙂

      Reply
  7. Yvonne in Montego Bay, Jamaica

    August 19, 2019 at 6:56 pm

    Hi guys! enjoyed my first time Golden milk. Easy-breezy.I allowed the spices to dissolve slowly in unsweetened almond milk. It’s best to use good brands. I used freshly grated ginger and ground BP. swirled & sipped. Looking forward to my next adventure with Turmeric.
    Thanks for the adventure Kaitlin., Every blessing!5 stars

    Reply
    • Kaitlin McGinn

      September 16, 2019 at 9:17 am

      Hi Yvonne! Aww, so lovely to hear this. Thrilled you enjoyed you first golden milk! Thanks so much for the very kind words and feedback 🙂 Wishing you a most beautiful week!

      Reply
  8. Kate

    September 3, 2019 at 7:47 pm

    I tried this recipe tonight! I used cows milk and honey instead of maple syrup (gotta use what you have on hand!) and added about a tbs of butter for the fat absorption aspect. It’s delicious! I bet if I had cardamom on hand it would basically taste like chai!5 stars

    Reply
    • Kaitlin McGinn

      September 16, 2019 at 9:00 am

      Hi Kate! Wonderful to hear you gave this a try and enjoyed with your own twist! 🙂 Thanks so much for the kind feedback. Wishing you a beautiful week!

      Reply
  9. Lindsay

    March 16, 2020 at 7:42 pm

    Delicious!!! Made it with oat milk, so good4 stars

    Reply
    • Kaitlin McGinn

      March 25, 2020 at 12:20 pm

      Fantastic to hear that Lindsay! Oat milk sounds creamy & perfect 🙂 Thanks for the feedback!

      Reply

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