This turmeric latte is perfect for those of you that want a healthy alternative to coffee and is the perfect drink for fall and winter time, especially if you don’t like the cold weather, like us. ?
I’ve never been a huge fan of coffee, but I’ve always liked lattes because they’re so delicious, creamy and sweet and I had one once in a while. When I was in Berlin, I tried a matcha latte and I fell in love, but matcha tea is expensive and I prefer to avoid caffeine on a daily basis. That’s why I adore turmeric latte, it tastes amazing, is super healthy, creamy and quite inexpensive.
Feel free to use any type of plant milk or natural sweetener. Turmeric has an intense flavor, so add it gently if you’re not used to this incredible spice. To enhance the amazing health benefits of turmeric, you can add some ground black pepper as well, but I think the latte tastes better without it.
Turmeric Latte
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: Vegan, Italian
This turmeric latte is perfect for those of you that want a healthy alternative to coffee. We love it because is so delicious, healthy and creamy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk (500 ml)*
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp maple or agave syrup
Instructions
- Pour the milk into a saucepan and cook over high heat until it’s hot, but don’t bring it to a boil.
- Remove from the heat and add the rest of the ingredients. Stir and try the milk, add more milk, turmeric, cinnamon or syrup if needed.
- We used a milk frother to get a better texture, but it’s optional. You can also blend the hot milk with the rest of the ingredients in a blender if you want.
Notes
*We used unsweetened almond milk, but if you use any sweetened plant milk, try the latte before adding the sweetener and add it gently if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of the recipe
- Calories: 183
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 8.9g
- Carbohydrates: 22.1g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2.6g
Did you make this recipe?
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It’s not Italian receipe. The original is from India.
Hi! Golden milk is from India, but lattes are from Italy 🙂
Hi. Could you make this with fresh turmeric? Thanks
Hi Rosa! I haven’t tried it myself, but you could add some grated turmeric root to the saucepan and then blend or strain the mixture 🙂
Sent to me by a thoughtful friend. Tried it, loved it! It’s no replacement for his company, though!
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Hi Iain! So glad you enjoyed it 🙂
This was delicious, without any added sweetener. I did add some black pepper, and liked the spiciness, but I’m curious – how much pepper should you add to aid curcumin absorption?
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Hi Joan! I just add a pinch of pepper 🙂
This was so nice and simple!
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Hi Natalie! So glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Doesn’t it need pepper?
Hi Linda! It’s a good idea to add some pepper because it enhances curcumin absorption in the body by up to 2,000%, but I prefer to omit it because I don’t like the taste. However, it’s up to you 🙂
it is actually ancient Indian recipe. Our moms used to give it to us in times of soar throat, fever etc.
Hi Nikhil! Thanks a lot for your comment 🙂
I used coconut milk and it was great!
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Hi Tanya! So glad you liked it 🙂
Hi! I love golden milk and have been drinking it for weeks because of it’s inflammatory properties. I absolutely love the taste now! However I must warn you that turmeric (Curcumin) is hard to absorb and absorbs poorly without adding black pepper ! Have you read about that? Just wanted to let you know 🙂 also I’ve read to add a fat as well like coconut oil.
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Hi Saya! Thanks a lot for your comment 🙂
Delicious. Wish I had made it when I first heard about. Full of anti-inflammatory goodies. Comfort in a mug.
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Hi there! Thanks a lot 🙂 So glad you liked it!
This isn’t first time having/making a turmeric latte but I can easily it’s the best one! Not only does it LOOK amazing and totally instagram-worthy(I had to snap a few picks) but it tastes delicious. I pretty much followed the recipe but I used honey instead of agave or maple syrup. I also blended the ingredients because I didn’t have a lot of faith in my mixing abilitis and I think the choice to blend is what made mine frothy too even though I don’t have a milk frother! Anyway, I LOVE this recipe and recommend it to everyone. It’s easy and delicious!!
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Hi Cayla! I’m so glad you enjoyed it 🙂
It is DELICIOUS!!!
I made it with turmeric raw, it is definitely GOOD!!!
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Hi Luzy! Thanks a lot 🙂 So glad you enjoyed it!
I just made it with coconut milk and love it!! I was looking for something to satisfy my late night (sugary) cereal cravings and this did the trick. Thanks!
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Hi Rosa! I’m so happy to hear that 🙂 You’re so welcome!
Love this! I added cardamom to mine 🙂
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Hi Caitlan! Sounds great 🙂 So glad you enjoyed it!
I usually add a dab of butter. Once boiled with all the stuff, I let it sit for a minute then whisk it before I pour in cup and sip my Turmeric Latte. I only add black pepper when I have a cold no sugar.
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Hi Isoni! Thanks a lot for your comment 🙂
This latte had a great flavor.
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Hi Kami! So glad you enjoyed it!
This blew my mind. I used vanilla almond milk so I didn’t need the sweetener in the recipe. And I maybe added 1/2 tsp of pumpkin spice because I was feeling a little festive. SO GOOD.
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Hi Tiu! So glad you liked it 🙂
First time I make it, and it’s awesome! I loved it!
Hi Hugo! Thank you so much 🙂 So glad you enjoyed it!
I love this recipe, very simple and budget friendly. A lot of recipes add unnecessary sweetener like vanilla extract. Thank you so much!
Hi Anais! Thank YOU so much 🙂 I’m happy you liked it!
Lovely recipe. I used coconut milk instead and it was really enjoyable. I’m going to try almond milk next time.
Turmeric is an amazing spice. This is a good read for anyone interested in finding out more about it’s benefits. https://bit.ly/2wefuXg
Hi Justin! Thanks a lot 🙂 Have a beautiful day!
The perfect turmeric latte! So easy to make.
Hi Robin! Thanks a lot 🙂 Have a nice day!
Loved this. I’m not vegan but am having to go completely dairy free due to severe dairy intolerance.
Anyways, I added a few extra spices- ginger and cardamom…it was delicious. I also used my immersion blender to make it frothy. So good!
Hi Christy! Thanks a lot 😀 I’m so glad you liked it!
This is sooo good
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Thanks a lot Nile 😀
Loved it! Easy to make and super yummy! Added a bit of cayenne pepper too ?
Hi Anita! Thanks a lot 😀 I’m so glad you loved it!
This is delicious! And such a simple mix. It was nice to have something quick, tasty, and warm this evening as fall starts to rear its head 😀
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Hi Ashleen! I’m so glad you like the recipe, hope you try it! 😉
Just made the Tumeric Latte – SOOOO good! I cut it in half, and it came out just fine. This is my new bedtime toddy!
Hi Susan! I’m so glad you enjoyed the latte 🙂
I have been cooking everything from scratch these days. I save a lot of money by doing it.
I have found that most recipes are easily veganized.
I’ve been a vegan for almost 5 years.
I love your idea for the latte.
Hi Donna! You’re right cooking from scratch is so inexpensive and also much healthier 😉 Hope you try this recipe!