Beverages

December 30, 2024

Golden Spiced Latte Mix

Golden milk is a mix of warm spices blended into your favorite milk or plant-based alternative. It can be served hot or cold, or even added to coffee or tea. The spices in this beverage are great sources of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory compounds.

Golden milk is inspired by a traditional Indian beverage, with roots in Ayurvedic practices. The rich golden color comes from turmeric, which when paired with black pepper and a healthy fat source, increases the bioavailability of the compound curcumin, which is effective at reducing inflammation, supporting immune health, and boosting mood and brain health.

I love enjoying a warm mug of this Golden Spiced Latte Mix in the evenings, especially during cold weather. I find it comforting and relaxing, and the perfect wind-down activity after a busy day. I like to heat the mix with my favorite milk of the moment in a small pot on the stove. I recommend any rich, creamy milk option you enjoy - I’ve made this with regular dairy, soy milk, oat milk, and coconut milk. 

This Golden Spiced Latte Mix also makes a lovely homemade gift! The recipe fills a 4-ounce jar perfectly. I recommend purchasing your spices in bulk, if possible, to save a little money. Pair the mix with a cute mug or a hand-held milk frother for a fun gift! Read the note included in the recipe below for additional information on sugars and sweeteners.

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Golden Spiced Latte Mix in a small mason jar next to a prepared golden latte
Golden Spiced Late Mix fits perfectly in a four-ounce jar, and is great for gifting!

To prepare a golden spiced latte, I like to heat my milk of choice in a small saucepan on the stove and blend in the spice mixture with a handheld milk frother.

Golden Spiced Latte Mix in a small mason jar next to a prepared golden latte
Golden milk is a delicius, warming beverage on cold winter days!

Golden Spiced Latte Mix

Golden milk is a mix of warm spices blended into your favorite milk or plant-based alternative. It can be served hot or cold, or even added to coffee or tea. The spices in this beverage are great sources of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory compounds.

Author:

Kira Freed - The Joyful Plateful

Prep:

5

min

cook:

5

min

total:

10

min

Ingredients

3 tablespoons ground turmeric

1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1 teaspoon ground cardamom

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

2 tablespoons granulated cane sugar (see notes)

Instructions

  1. Add all the spices and sugar to a small bowl, and stir until well combined.
  2. Transfer the spice blend to a 4-ounce jar with a lid for storage.
  3. To prepare and serve the Golden Spiced Latte Mix, add 1 teaspoons of the mix to 8 ounces milk of your choice. Gently heat in a small pan on the stove until steaming and warm. Transfer to a mug, and enjoy!

 

 Notes:

  • Granulated sugar can be substituted 1:1 with coconut sugar, or omitted completely. If omitted, reduce the amount of spice blend used per serving to about 1/2 teaspoon. If sugar is omitted, you can sweeten your prepared beverage with maple syrup, honey, or other preferred sweetener.
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