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Bedtime Golden Turmeric Milk (Vegan)

by Kaitlin

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 ground turmeric in this Turmeric Noodle Soup as well!

Pouring bedtime golden turmeric milk from saucepan to mug
Bright yellow golden turmeric milk latte in a mug
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4.73 from 11 votes

Bedtime Golden Turmeric Milk

This soothing golden latte with cinnamon & vanilla is the ultimate cozy nighttime drink. Customizable, easy to make, and is said to help promote more restful sleep.
AuthorKaitlin - The Garden Grazer
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time10 mins
CategoryDrinks
CuisineGluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
Servings2 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: 165 kcalCarbohydrates: 21 gProtein: 7 gFat: 5 gSaturated Fat: 1 gPotassium: 428 mgFiber: 2 gSugar: 15 gVitamin A: 927 IUVitamin C: 18 mgCalcium: 359 mgIron: 2 mg
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  1. Lindsay

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

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    • Kaitlin McGinn

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

      Reply

  2. Kate

    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

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    • Kaitlin McGinn

      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!

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  3. Yvonne in Montego Bay, Jamaica

    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

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    • Kaitlin McGinn

      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!

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  4. Christina

    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!

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    • Kaitlin McGinn

      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) 🙂

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  5. Alicia

    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!

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    • Kaitlin McGinn

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

      Reply

  6. Fuchi Girl

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

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    • Kaitlin McGinn

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

      Reply

  7. BLD in MT

    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.

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    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      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

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  8. Tracy

    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!

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    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      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!

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  9. Terri S

    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! 🙂

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    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      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!

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      • Tonya J.

        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

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        • Kaitlin McGinn

          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

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