Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte

This Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte is the perfect warm beverage rich with nutrients and countless health benefits. Easily made on the stovetop with just a few ingredients; coconut milk, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon and ginger, honey, coconut oil and collagen peptides. Sweet, comforting, with a bit of a kick.

Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte

While Golden Milk Lattes have become trendy here in the US over the last year or so, they’ve been around for a very long time. This beverage originated in India where it is known as Haldi Doodh. Here, you can also find it as Turmeric Latte. It is consumed for it’s number of health benefits like fighting off a cold or the flu. Golden Milk Lattes are great to give you a boost of energy and fight anxiety. 

In addition to aiding in these health issues, Golden Milk Lattes offer much more assistance in promoting good nutrition. Each key ingredient in this recipe is loaded with many health benefits. This concoction is great for digestion, colds & flu, reducing inflammation, improving gut heath, and offers many more health benefits.

Ingredients needed to make Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte:

• Turmeric– Ground so that it dissolves better.
• Cinnamon– Adds flavor and some spice.
• Black Pepper– Helps your body absorb all the health benefits of turmeric.
• Honey– For sweetness.
• Ginger– More flavor and spice!
• Coconut Oil– The fat makes it so creamy!
• Collagen Peptides– Also adds creaminess.
• Coconut Milk– You can use any preferred milk, however the flavor of coconut milk perfectly compliments those of the of the spices.

Equipment needed to make Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte:

• Small saucepan– To heat up milk.
• Blender– To blend all of the ingredients together.

How to make Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte:

• Step 1– Pour milk in a small saucepan and place on stovetop. Turn heat on low and bring milk to a light simmer. 
• Step 2– Pour heated milk in a blender then add in all other ingredients; ground turmeric, black pepper, ground ginger, cinnamon, coconut oil, honey, and collagen peptides (if using). Blend together for 30 seconds. 

• Step 3– Pour golden milk latte into cup and garnish with more cinnamon if desired. Drink immediately and enjoy!

Tips and Substitutions:

1. Simmer milk until hot- Golden milk latte is better when served hot.
2. No blender?- Use a milk frother. Add all dry ingredients including coconut oil to a cup, then pour in heated milk. Use milk frother to mix latte.
3. Don’t skip black pepper- Black pepper helps boost your body’s absorption of turmeric along with all it’s healing properties.
4. Substitute for coconut milk- Use any milk of choice like unsweetened almond milk or oat milk.
5. Substitute for honey- Use maple syrup.

Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte Variations:

1. Make it iced– Blend all of the ingredients and pour over a glass filled with ice. So refreshing!
2. Make it vegan– Simply by swapping honey for maple syrup.
3. Add other spices– Ground nutmeg, cardamom, or anise for some flavor variations.
4. Get it super frothy– Use a milk frother to make your golden milk latte very frothy.

Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte FAQ’s:

What is a Golden Milk Latte?

A Golden Milk Latte or Turmeric Latte is a concoction consisting of a number of nutritious and nourishing ingredients. It calls for turmeric, plant based milk (my preference is coconut for these), honey, black pepper, coconut oil, and cinnamon. This latte is sure to give you a boost of energy along with other health benefits your body needs.

What do Golden Milk Lattes taste like?

Golden milk lattes have a bit of a bitter taste. However, the sweetness from the honey and bold flavors from the spices, balance the bitterness out. They are also very creamy and comforting.

Do Golden Milk Lattes contain caffeine?

No. Golden milk lattes are completely caffeine free.

What are the Health Benefits of a Golden Milk Latte?

Each ingredient used to make a Golden Milk Latte has countless health benefits.

Turmeric:

Turmeric is a spice that contains many vital health benefits. It is versatile as it can be used in many different dishes or in this delicious drink. Here are some of the great health benefits it has to offer.

• Anti-inflammatory properties
• Boosts immune system
• Great source of antioxidants
• Improves digestion
• Fights colds & flu
• Arthritis relief

Cinnamon:

You’re probably very familiar with cinnamon and perhaps use it very often in your foods. It’s a great spice and it can be used in different beverages like smoothies, juices, and teas. It is also loaded with many beneficial properties.

• Improves digestion
• Antibacterial, anti-fungal, and antiviral
• Rich in antioxidants
• Balances blood sugar levels
• Anti-inflammatory
• Great source of manganese, fiber, iron, and calcium

Black Pepper:

One of the most commonly used spices is black pepper. It’s great at adding flavors to pretty much any food. Did you know that it is great for our health too? These are some of things it can assist on.

• Boosts absorption nutrients
• Prevents cancer
• Improves digestion
• Facilitates weight loss
• Aids arthritis
• Natural antidepressant

Raw Honey:

Raw Honey has many healing properties. It’s also a great natural sweetener and works perfect as a substitute for refined-sugars. It’s also great on teas especially if you’re drinking one when you’re feeling under the weather. Aside from providing with comfort and soothing when one is sick, it is also rich in many other health benefits.

• Anti-allergenic
• Antibacterial, anti-fungal, and antiviral
• Contains nutrients such as minerals, amino acids, and live enzymes
• Boosts immune system and energy
• Improves digestion
• Aids weight loss
• Soothes sore throats
• Aids in morning sickness

Ginger:

This spice is best known for how it does wonders to our digestive system. it’s also great at relieving nausea. Ginger was my go-to while I was pregnant and experienced some sickness do to hormones. Aside from this, it also has many more healing properties.

• Improves digestion
• Reduces nausea
• Anti-inflammatory
• Eases menstrual pain
• Detoxes
• Lowers cholesterol
• Promotes healthy skin
• Soothes sore throats

Coconut Oil:

This oil is not just great for cooking. It offers many nutrients as it’s rich in healthy fats that are essential to your body. It makes a great addition to this Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte. Not only does it help your body absorb all the benefits from all the other ingredient, it also gives the latte a creamy texture.

• Excellent source of healthy fats
• Strengthens immune system
• Aids mental fatigue
• Promotes healthy bones
• Promotes nutrient absorption
• Prevents high blood pressure and cholesterol

Collagen Peptides:

Collagen peptides may be something you haven’t heard of before. Some also may see it as another trendy food. However, collagen peptides are loaded with many health benefits. It’s great to add to this Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte as it also gives it a creamy texture.

• Stabalizes blood sugar
• Excellent source of protein
• Curbs cravings
• Improves digestion
• Supports healthy skin and hair
• Promotes healthy bones and joints
• Improves gut health
• Aids weight loss

Storing Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte:

Place any leftover stovetop golden milk latte in a jar with a tight lid. Allow latte to cool-off then place in the fridge. Keep it refrigerated for up to 1-2 days. Reheat by placing back in a pot over stovetop.

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Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte

This Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte is the perfect warm beverage rich with nutrients and countless health benefits. Easily made on the stovetop with just a few ingredients; coconut milk, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon and ginger, honey, coconut oil and collagen peptides. Sweet, comforting, with a bit of a kick.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American, Indian

Keyword Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte

Prep Time 1 minute

Cook Time 1 minute

Total Time 2 minutes

Servings 1 latte

Calories 218 kcal

Author Angelica Arias

Ingredients

• 1.5 cup coconut milk (or any preferred milk)
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• pinch ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon (more for garnish)
• 1 tsp coconut oil
• 1 tbsp raw honey
• 1 scoop collagen peptides (optional)

Instructions

1. Pour milk in a small saucepan and place on stovetop. Turn heat on low and bring milk to a light simmer. 

2. Pour heated milk in a blender then add in all other ingredients; ground turmeric, black pepper, ground ginger, cinnamon, coconut oil, honey, and collagen peptides (if using). Blend together for 30 seconds. 

3. Pour golden milk latte into cup and garnish with more cinnamon if desired. Drink immediately and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

1. Simmer milk until hot- Golden milk latte is better when served hot.
2. No blender?- Use a milk frother. Add all dry ingredients including coconut oil to a cup, then pour in heated milk. Use milk frother to mix latte.
3. Don’t skip black pepper- Black pepper helps boost your body’s absorption of turmeric along with all it’s healing properties.
4. Substitute for coconut milk- Use any milk of choice like unsweetened almond milk or oat milk.
5. Substitute for honey- Use maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte

Amount per Serving

Calories

218

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

11

g

17

%

Saturated Fat

 

9

g

56

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

0.1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

0.3

g

Sodium

 

5

mg

0

%

Potassium

 

77

mg

2

%

Carbohydrates

 

32

g

11

%

Fiber

 

3

g

13

%

Sugar

 

28

g

31

%

Protein

 

1

g

2

%

Vitamin A

 

6

IU

0

%

Vitamin C

 

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

 

173

mg

17

%

Iron

 

1

mg

6

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.

**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used. 

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