Golden milk is a turmeric-infused traditional Ayurvedic drink that’s the perfect beneficial alternative to your daily cup of coffee, especially while you're cleansing.
Other versions of Golden Milk often contain mucus-forming dairy and high-fructose sweeteners that are taxing on the body. We’ve made the traditional recipe Clean Program-friendly by swapping out the dairy and honey for coconut milk and coconut palm sugar.
The health benefits of Golden Milk include anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that are used to soothe colds, headaches, sore throats, as well as joint and muscle pain.
We add a pinch of black pepper which can aid in your body’s ability to absorb curcumin, the anti-inflammatory compound found in fermented turmeric.
Best of all, Golden Milk provides the nostalgic feeling of drinking warm milk before bed. Cozy up with a mug and steep in the nourishment.
Pro-tip: you can even use this as a delicious base for your Daily Shake.
Serves: 2
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
2 Medjool dates, pitted
1 tablespoon turmeric
2 tablespoon of ginger juice, or sliced ginger root to taste
1 pint water
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon coconut palm sugar
½ cup coconut milk
Directions:
Place the dates, turmeric, and ginger in a pot along with the water and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes.
Strain the tea into a blender along with the remaining ingredients.
Blend on high for 45 seconds. Serve immediately.
