Turmeric and Coconut Milk Drink Recipe
This turmeric and coconut milk drink recipe is not just a golden latte — it’s a traditional, soothing wellness drink made with anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric, coconut milk, cinnamon, and ginger. It's calming, creamy, and perfect for nighttime or morning when you're skipping coffee.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups full-fat coconut milk can or carton
- ¾ tsp ground turmeric or use fresh grated
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- A pinch of ground ginger or small knob of fresh grated
- A pinch of black pepper
- ½ tsp vanilla extract optional
- 1–2 tsp sweetener of choice honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar, or dates if blending
- ½ tsp coconut oil or ghee optional
- A pinch of cardamom optional
- 1 scoop collagen or maca powder optional
Instructions
Step 1: Warm the coconut milk
- In a small saucepan
- Warm 1½ cups coconut milk over low-medium heat (do not boil).
Step 2: Add the spices
- Add ¾ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- A pinch of black pepper, and ginger.
- Whisk slowly and let it warm for 3–4 minutes.
Step 3: Sweeten and flavor
- Once fragrant, add your sweetener of choice and ½ tsp vanilla (if using).
- Stir well to combine.
Step 4: Boost with healthy fats
- Add ghee or coconut oil now, if using. This helps the body absorb turmeric more efficiently.
- Step 5: Strain if needed
- Strain the drink if you used fresh grated turmeric or ginger.
Step 6: Serve and enjoy
- Pour into your favorite mug and optionally top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or swirl of honey.
Optional cold version
- Let the drink cool and pour over ice for a creamy iced version.
- Add toppings like pistachios or chopped dark chocolate for flair.
Notes
Don’t skip the black pepper — even a tiny pinch boosts turmeric’s absorption by up to 2000%. And for the cold version? Always blend with a date for smoothness and sweetness — it turns into a creamy golden frappe without caffeine.