Ginger Turmeric Almond Milk

I have become somewhat addicted to this ginger turmeric almond milk.  This is a sassy drink made with almond milk, coconut cream, fresh ginger juice and a bit turmeric.  I especially love drinking ginger turmeric almond milk cold, but it is wonderful steamed and almond milk froths like a boss!

January is the perfect time to reset my diet.  The holidays are filled with rich and overly sweet treats most of which I should not have eaten…with the exception of Becky’s baklava.  I consider her baklava health food because it’s made with honey, nuts, and a lot of love.   Thank goodness we have a January.  I love a new year with a blank slate.  I restart my health by eating smarter and cleaner.  My running log book is back to zero (sigh) time to start tracking my mileage again.  This list goes on and on.

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I thought I’d share a quick little drink that I like to keep on hand for a quick pick-me-up during the day.  It tastes amazing and has great health benefits.

To make this amazing golden milk gather the following:

• 2 cups almond milk
• 2 tablespoons coconut cream (scoop off the top of canned coconut milk, the hardened stuff on top)
• 1-2 tablespoons fresh ginger juice, or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
• 1/2 teaspoon powder turmeric
• 2 dates, pitted
• 1/8 teaspoon pink Himalayan sea salt
• fresh ground pepper, if desired

In a blender add the almond milk, coconut cream, ginger, turmeric, dates, and salt.  Whiz until smooth and creamy.  Refrigerate until cold.  Serve with a sprinkle of fresh ground pepper.

Explanation of ingredients:

• Use almond milk without thickeners and additives (yuck). Homemade is best in my opinion.
• Why coconut cream?  Fat helps with the absorption of turmeric just like a sprinkle of pepper.
• Ginger juice is known for its anti-inflammatory properties AND I just love the stuff…straight up!
• Dates for a bit of sweetness, because I’m addicted to sweet.
• Adding pepper is a way to boost the absorption of curcumin found in turmeric which has powerful anti-inflammatory effects.  Wow!

Add a double shot of fresh ginger juice and feel the burn…I double dare you.

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Ginger Turmeric Almond Milk

This is a sassy drink made with almond milk, coconut cream, fresh ginger juice and a bit turmeric.

Course Breakfast, Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 71 kcal

Ingredients

• 2 cups almond milk 
• 2 tablespoons coconut cream
• 1-2 tablespoons fresh ginger juice or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
• 1/2 teaspoon powder turmeric
• 2 dates pitted
• 1/8 teaspoon pink Himalayan sea salt
• fresh ground pepper if desired

Instructions

1. In a blender add almond milk, coconut cream, ginger, turmeric, dates, and salt. Blend until smooth.
2. Pour into container and refrigerate until cold
3. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh ground pepper, if desired

Recipe Notes

1. I like using homemade almond milk.  If using purchased almond milk, buy a brand that doesn't contain thickeners or gums.  That's no bueno.
2. Dates can be omitted if almond milk is already sweetened
3. Adding pepper is a way to boost the absorption of curcumin found in turmeric which has powerful anti-inflammatory effects.  Wow!

Nutrition Facts

Ginger Turmeric Almond Milk

Amount Per Serving (1 /2 cup)

Calories 71 Calories from Fat 20

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 2.2g 3%

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g

Total Carbohydrates 13g 4%

Dietary Fiber 0.8g 3%

Sugars 10g

Protein 1.1g 2%

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

Here are some of my favorite almond and coconut milks and steamers:

https://www.simplysgood.com/quick-homemade-almond-milk/

https://www.simplysgood.com/spiced-almond-milk-steamer/

https://www.simplysgood.com/coconut-almond-milk-spiced-hot-chocolate/

https://www.simplysgood.com/homemade-coconut-milk/