Name: Golden Milk
Cook time: 5 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Yield: Makes 2 cups
Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk, preferably coconut milk beverage or almond milk; 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick; 1 (1-inch) piece turmeric, unpeeled, thinly sliced, or 1/2 teaspoon dried turmeric; 1 (1/2-inch) piece ginger, unpeeled, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil; 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; Ground cinnamon (for serving)

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This lightly spiced drink has an earthy, peppery base note thanks to a healthy dose of fresh turmeric. A touch of honey adds just the right amount of sweetness, while the ginger and black pepper add a little heat.

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Cooks' Note

Using fresh turmeric adds a clean, bright flavor to this drink, but dried turmeric can be substituted when fresh is not available. Keep in mind that dried turmeric will settle to the bottom of the mug, so stir well before drinking.

Recipe information

Total Time
20 minutes
Yield
Makes 2 cups

Ingredients

1 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk, preferably coconut milk beverage or almond milk

1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick

1 (1-inch) piece turmeric, unpeeled, thinly sliced, or 1/2 teaspoon dried turmeric

1 (1/2-inch) piece ginger, unpeeled, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil

1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Ground cinnamon (for serving)

Preparation

Step 1
Whisk coconut milk, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, honey, coconut oil, peppercorns, and 1 cup water in a small saucepan; bring to a low boil. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors have melded, about 10 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs and top with a dash of cinnamon.
Do Ahead
Step 2
Golden milk can be made 5 days ahead. Store in an airtight container and chill. Warm before serving.

TagsHot Drink Beverages Coconut Milk Turmeric Herbs & Spices Ginger Dairy Free Gluten Free Vegetarian Nonalcoholic Quick Easy Epicurious

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