This post is sponsored by Almond Breeze Almondmilk.
I am a little ashamed to admit this, but I am all hot cocoa-ed out for the Winter season.
Don’t get me wrong. I am still on board with chocolate, and warm drinks are perfect for the freezing cold evenings that have crept into March. But lately I simply have not been craving the combination of the two.
No need to worry, though! I found the perfect replacement.
Since starting to incorporate more anti-inflammatory foods into my diet, I discovered that I have a true love for one of the prettiest and boldest spices around: turmeric. I have thrown it in my smoothies, made turmeric quinoa, and even seasoned my sweet potato fries with the golden goodness. Lucky for me, turmeric is pretty trendy right now.
One of the hottest (no pun intended) turmeric trends this year is a warm mug of turmeric milk.
I will be the first to admit that I was a bit skeptical about it all when I first heard that “turmeric milk” was a thing. Turmeric is great in savory dishes, but as a sweet milk?
Even still, my level of intrigue was high enough to overpower any existing skepticism. So after conducting about a million Google searches for turmeric milk, I concocted what I deem to be “the perfect Homemade Turmeric Almond Milk.”
Homemade Turmeric Almond Milk
Anti-Inflammatory + Gluten-Free (with Vegan option)
Serves 2
Ingredients
2 cups Almond Breeze unsweetened vanilla almond milk
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 TB honey (vegan with agave nectar or pure maple syrup)
extra turmeric, cinnamon, and/or sweetener for topping
Directions
1. Combine almond milk, turmeric, cinnamon, and honey into a high-speed blender. Pulse until smooth.
2. Add milk to a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat until warm, or for approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
3. Pour milk into your favorite mug and top with additional turmeric, cinnamon, and honey, if desired.
Don’t skimp on the sweetener. If you are wanting to keep your turmeric milk vegan, agave nectar or pure maple syrup are fine substitutions. I also personally love adding a sprinkle of turmeric and a dash of extra cinnamon on top. Mostly because it makes it look pretty, and I like my food and drinks to look good.
You may not instantly think that turmeric belongs in a sweet drink, but I urge you to give it a try. The turmeric helps make this milk just sweet enough without being too sweet. I now have a new favorite warm drink for all of the nights that Spring refuses to make an appearance.
Have you tried turmeric milk? If so, do you have a favorite recipe?
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Ohhh this sounds fun! I don’t know if I would have ever thought to use turmeric in my milk! Great idea!
My thoughts exactly until I started loving turmeric and saw it EVERYWHERE! Apparently people are onto something with this one though… 😉
i have been drinking turmeric milk since very little because its suppose to help with cold, tummy aches, and its basically good for you (says my mom). I read somewhere that adding blackpepper to turmeric helps even more. lately, i drink it in the form of tea..
I have also read that about the black pepper! I’ll have to try that next time!
I’ve seen this trend popping up everywhere – it almost reminds me of a chai latte. I’ll definitely give it a try! Plus turmeric makes everything pretty.
It most definitely has some of the chai flavor to it. So if you like chai lattes, you will probably like turmeric milk too!
Yea turmeric milk! Haha, and you added the cinnamon too 😉 #antiinflammatory goodness!
You bet I did! I love that turmeric/cinnamon combo!
Hmm, this sounds super strange to me, but I believe you! I don’t think I have turmeric in my pantry – sounds like it’s a worthy addition!
I’m obsessed with turmeric right now!! I add it to anything/everything I can 😉
This sounds SO yummy! Thanks for the unique recipe!
Thanks Lauren! It is definitely a unique combo, isn’t it? I hope you give it a try!
I don’t EVER use tumeric. Maybe I should start?
You should! It’s delicious, anti-inflammatory, and (most importantly) pretty 😉
Yay for honey!! haha I love turmeric! I’m going to have to give this a try!
You and you’re honey…. it’s a love affair 😉
Seems like the perfect combination for a healthy chai tea latte.
You got it! It most definitely has that chai taste to it!
yum! Turmeric milk has so many good health benefits to it so I love having this before bed in place of tea at times as turmeric is said to help relax and get better sleep. also, it totally tastes like chai tea ! thanks for this 😀
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I’ll have to start making it before bed!! I need all of the restful sleep that I can get 😉
I take a turmeric capsule every morning because of its amazing health benefits, and I love it in savory dishes. This sounds interesting, like your first reaction was to this drink, I’m kind of not sure, but if you say it’s good, then I’m going to trust you and give it a try. 🙂
I didn’t even know turmeric capsules existed! I’ll have to look into that. Thanks for the heads up 🙂 And yes.. if you like chai lattes or chai tea, you would probably like the turmeric milk!
I’m with you – I’m kinda hot chocolate-d out for the season. But I still love warm drinks – this sounds awesome! I am definitely giving this a try!
I’m glad I’m not the only one! I was beginning to think I was crazy for not craving hot cocoa anymore. Heck, maybe it is simply the fact that I am SO ready for Summer 😉
This is on my food-to-do list!!!! Yum. SO healing!
I had a feeling you might say that!! 😉
I have been making this every morning…but using Unsweetened Cashew Milk instead of almond milk…and I add 1/2 tsp ginger.
I bet it is so awesome with cashew milk, too!!
I’ll have to give this a try. A healthy drink that helps with relaxing sounds perfect for me!
Yes you will! This would be perfect to wind down with on a cold evening 🙂
I never thought about adding spices up my almond milk, what a great idea.
Thanks Mary! I hope you give it a try 🙂
I am totally intrigued by this! I always find I get an almost curry-like flavour from tumeric so I am going to have to try this because I can’t wrap my head around what it would taste like in a sweet drink!
It definitely tastes similar to a chai latte or chai tea. So if you like either of those then this might be your thing!
I usually have camomile tea in the evening, but I tried this after my evening run. Not only this was surprisingly good, I’m not sore this morning, yay 🙂
That’s so awesome, Marie!! I’m glad you enjoy turmeric milk too! 🙂
I’ve been wanting to try this, but can’t find my turmeric anywhere! :[
Ahh, such a bummer!!! You best get out there and buy some more 😉
I’m completely snowed in, or I totally would! :'(
Oh gosh, that is a major bummer!! I hope it clears up some for you so that you can get to the store this weekend!
Been using tumeric sparadically and stumbled upon this milk recipe…Lemme say it’s awesome n not what expected to taste like at all! A great way to incorporate some into your diet before bedtime indeed! Gonna be drinking this from now on..Thanks!
I’m so glad you enjoy it, Samantha! It is absolutely perfect for bedtime.
I love this warm drink, and I add a small amount of black pepper to make the turmeric absorbable plus a dash of ginger. Try this, not only is it good for you, but it tastes good too!
Thank you, Joyce. I will have to give that a try!
Hey super nice! 🙂
Also, turmeric is better absorbed by the body in combination with black pepper. Even a tiny bit of black pepper will do it. So just a suggestion: you might want to add half a teaspoon of black pepper.
Turmeric also needs a bit of fat, which is taken care of with the honey 🙂
From where I come from in India, this drink is used to treat respiratory illnesses. We also add crushed ginger for digestion sometimes 🙂
Yes, I have since hear that about black pepper! So good to know!
Impressive Idea , I would definitely try this way , to have change in my monotonous turmeric milk , would like have it in my bed time .
This is a great idea, and I would surely try it to spice up my boring turmeric milk before going to bed tonight.
Turmeric milk is such a comforting and nourishing alternative to traditional warm drinks, especially with its anti-inflammatory benefits. The combination of turmeric, cinnamon, and a touch of sweetness creates a perfectly balanced flavor that feels both soothing and indulgent. It’s a great way to enjoy a cozy beverage while incorporating more health-boosting spices into a daily routine!