Golden milk is like a (much) healthier version of a hot chocolate.
It’s something I crave as fall creeps in and as winter settles down hard.
Like hot chocolate, golden milk has a thickness to it that is comforting in the cold months. I just love the feeling of sipping on this after coming in from a freezing cold day.
But unlike most hot chocolates I have savored in my life, golden milk is FULL of healing properties.
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Why Make It Bulletproof?
In my version, I incorporated the Bulletproof style. Have you heard of this? Bulletproof coffee has been a trend for a while, and for good reason! By adding grass-fed butter and coconut oil or brain octane to your coffee, you put off cravings and stay fuller longer. Plus, your body gets a dose of healthy fats.
Dave Asprey is the pioneer of this invention, and has a whole website and books dedicated to it. Check out his website, here!
This is a short video clip to give you a preview about Bulletproof coffee, who’s drinking it, and a little about Dave Asprey himself.
The Powerful Herb: Turmeric
Besides non-dairy milk, turmeric is the most important ingredient in making golden milk, and what makes it that beautiful color! Turmeric is also used in curries and mustard (hence the color) and is in the ginger family.
The benefits of turmeric (or curcumin, the compound in turmeric) are seemingly endless.
- Turmeric is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. This study concluded that “…people on curcumins had a 65 percent lower chance of heart attack.”
- This Huffington Post article describes 6 health benefits of turmeric, including delaying the onset of Type 2 Diabetes and fighting cancer.
Consuming turmeric is beneficial for everyone, but especially for people trying to lower inflammation in the body.
First and foremost, I think you will find this drink delicious with a little spicy kick that will warm you from the inside out. A major plus is that you can feel really good about drinking this! Morning, noon, or night, just go for it!
Choose whatever dairy free milk you like! I use almond milk or coconut milk.
Feel free to adjust the measurements as you like. I listed the turmeric as 1 teaspoon because it has a strong flavor and is quite spicy, especially if you are not used to it! By all means, add more turmeric as you grow used to the flavor.
Have you had Golden Milk before? Will you try it?
Let me know what you think!
The Ultimate Golden Milk: Bulletproof Style
SERVES 1
Ingredients
1 cup of dairy free milk (I use coconut or almond)
1 tsp powdered turmeric
1 TBS cinnamon
1 TBS coconut oil
1/2 TBS grass-fed and/or organic butter
Optional: 1/2 tsp raw organic honey
Instructions
- Heat up dairy free milk either stove top or in the microwave
- Stir in coconut oil, butter, turmeric, and cinnamon and honey, if using
- Mix thoroughly until the butter and coconut oil have melted and all ingredients are incorporated. Then, enjoy!
Notes
Black pepper is said to magnify the healing benefits of turmeric. However, many people are sensitive to it (like myself). So much so, that it is not allowed on the AIP diet. You are welcome to add a bit of black pepper if you want to try it out.
I never thought of swapping turmeric, love the idea! I’m totally going to give this a shot because you are so right, turmeric is U-M-A-Z-I-N-G!
I am so glad you agree Maya!! I hope you enjoy it.
I’ve never tried golden milk before! I tried bulletproof coffee before but it wasn’t my favorite. Maybe I need to add some maple syrup next time to help sweeten it. So many people love it!
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That sound delicious! You could also make this without the bulletproof add-ins 🙂
I love golden milk and bulletproof and actually make a similar version of this at home often. It does wonders for digestion and calms inflammation, which we can all use this time of year. Thanks for the great idea!
I love when I hear other people like it!!
I have never heard of this before! It sound and looks like and amazingly delicious beverage. I have to give it a try ASAP. Thank you for the recipe!
Yes, please try it! I bet you will love it 🙂
I never heard of Golden Milk before, it seems like a great idea! I will certainly try this recipe!
Wow this looks and sounds so yummy! I would love to try it! All the best to you in 17 🙂
Thanks Valerie, best of luck to you too!
Thank-you so much for sharing! I’m always looking for different ways to add turmeric into my days ..
Same here, Ali!!
I’ve never had golden milk but I always think of trying it! This post is a sign that I should finally just do it. Especially since I already have all of the ingredients in my pantry/fridge. Also, I had never truly heard of bulletproof method until now! I had seen things here and there but I thought it was just another word for the brand of coffee. I’m excited to try this and hope that it’s as comforting as you say! I’ll keep you posted
I am so glad this was the sign you needed to try it, and learned something new about bulletproof 🙂 Enjoy Erica!
I have never heard about this drink before. It sounds super good!
Thanks Alexis!
I make this drink several times a month and can attest to the fact that I feel better and my skin looks better!
Love that!! Thank you for sharing that Sarah Jean 🙂
I am out of the loop. Never heard of this golden milk but I love hot chocolate.
Give it a try for a healthier version, and go light on the turmeric if you’re not familiar with it! 🙂
How have I never heard of Golden milk?
Can’t even drink hot chocolate right now so I think this would make a pretty good alternative! 🙂
Yes, it’s a FAB alternative! I can’t have regular hot chocolate so I still get the same satisfaction from this healthier drink 🙂
I have never heard of golden milk. It sounds delicious. I love turmeric and cinnamon. I wasn’t a fan of her bulletproof coffe but I’ll definitely try your way cause it would delicious.
Hey Kara! You can totally leave out the butter and/or coconut oil, too 🙂 I hope you try it!
I’ve been hearing about this golden milk & heard such positive things out of drinking it!! I think I just might have to give it a shot – thank you for posting 🙂
Yes, Marieve it’s so good and good for you! Give it a try 🙂
Wow this sounds absolutely amazing something I’m most definitely going to have to try
I hope you try it, Lynne!