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.
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.
Ginger Turmeric Almond Milk
This is a sassy drink made with almond milk, coconut cream, fresh ginger juice and a bit turmeric.
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
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In a blender add almond milk, coconut cream, ginger, turmeric, dates, and salt. Blend until smooth.
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Pour into container and refrigerate until cold
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Serve with a sprinkle of fresh ground pepper, if desired
Recipe Notes
- 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.
- Dates can be omitted if almond milk is already sweetened
- Adding pepper is a way to boost the absorption of curcumin found in turmeric which has powerful anti-inflammatory effects. Wow!
Here are some of my favorite almond and coconut milk 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/
More healthy recipes you’ll love (Vegan)
Coconut Chocolate Peanut Butter Nut Bars
Buttered Almond Fudge Popsicles
What a unique idea!