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Cook Time:10 minsTotal Time:10 minsServings:1Yield:1 serving
Cook Time:10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:10 mins
Total Time:
Servings:1
Servings:
1
Yield:1 serving
Yield:
1 serving
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You’ve probably seen versions of this sunny yellowTurmeric Latteserved at coffee shops, restaurants, bakeries and wellness boutiques, but it’s just as simple (and likely more budget-friendly) to make it at home! It’s often made with milk, turmeric, black pepper and cinnamon, and you can add a sweetener and ginger to boost the flavor and health benefits. Turmeric and ginger are antioxidant-rich and anti-inflammatory foods that can help with everything from protecting against disease to supporting your immune system. We’re sharing our favorite recipe below along with ideas on how to customize and enjoy it.
How to Make a Turmeric Latte
1. Prepare the Turmeric and Ginger
Photographer: Kelsey Hansen, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Breanna Ghazali
2. Blend the Ingredients
To ensure a smooth sip, you’ll have to blend the ingredients before warming them. A quick whirl in the blender is all you need to break up any fibers or larger pieces of ginger and turmeric and thoroughly mix everything together.
3. Warm It Up
Pour the blended ingredients into a small saucepan and set it over medium-high heat. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until hot but not boiling. The cinnamon can be added before heating or used as a garnish.
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Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen
These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!
Nutrition Notes
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1cupunsweetened almond milk or coconut milk beverage1tablespoongrated fresh turmeric2teaspoonspure maple syrup or honey1teaspoongrated fresh gingerPinch of ground pepper1pinchGround cinnamon for garnish
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Ingredients
1cupunsweetened almond milk or coconut milk beverage
1tablespoongrated fresh turmeric
2teaspoonspure maple syrup or honey
1teaspoongrated fresh ginger
Pinch of ground pepper
1pinchGround cinnamon for garnish
DirectionsCombine milk, turmeric, maple syrup (or honey), ginger and pepper in a blender. Process on high until very smooth, about 1 minute. Pour into a small saucepan and heat over medium-high heat until steaming hot but not boiling. Transfer to a mug. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.Photographer: Kelsey Hansen, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Breanna GhazaliFrequently Asked QuestionsYou can enjoy a turmeric latte any time of day since it’s caffeine-free, but if you’re planning on drinking it at night you may want to skip the ginger. Ginger is naturally stimulating, meaning it gives a boost to your digestion and other bodily systems. This can be a positive thing … unless you’re trying to relax and get ready to turn in for the night.It does not! Unlike other lattes, this one isn’t made with tea leaves or coffee beans, which are the usual sources of caffeine.Pairing turmeric with black pepper helps the body absorb curcumin (the active compound in turmeric) better. It’s only a small pinch, but if you’d prefer not to use it, the latte would still be delicious and nutritious!
Directions
Combine milk, turmeric, maple syrup (or honey), ginger and pepper in a blender. Process on high until very smooth, about 1 minute. Pour into a small saucepan and heat over medium-high heat until steaming hot but not boiling. Transfer to a mug. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.Photographer: Kelsey Hansen, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Breanna GhazaliFrequently Asked QuestionsYou can enjoy a turmeric latte any time of day since it’s caffeine-free, but if you’re planning on drinking it at night you may want to skip the ginger. Ginger is naturally stimulating, meaning it gives a boost to your digestion and other bodily systems. This can be a positive thing … unless you’re trying to relax and get ready to turn in for the night.It does not! Unlike other lattes, this one isn’t made with tea leaves or coffee beans, which are the usual sources of caffeine.Pairing turmeric with black pepper helps the body absorb curcumin (the active compound in turmeric) better. It’s only a small pinch, but if you’d prefer not to use it, the latte would still be delicious and nutritious!
Combine milk, turmeric, maple syrup (or honey), ginger and pepper in a blender. Process on high until very smooth, about 1 minute. Pour into a small saucepan and heat over medium-high heat until steaming hot but not boiling. Transfer to a mug. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Frequently Asked QuestionsYou can enjoy a turmeric latte any time of day since it’s caffeine-free, but if you’re planning on drinking it at night you may want to skip the ginger. Ginger is naturally stimulating, meaning it gives a boost to your digestion and other bodily systems. This can be a positive thing … unless you’re trying to relax and get ready to turn in for the night.It does not! Unlike other lattes, this one isn’t made with tea leaves or coffee beans, which are the usual sources of caffeine.Pairing turmeric with black pepper helps the body absorb curcumin (the active compound in turmeric) better. It’s only a small pinch, but if you’d prefer not to use it, the latte would still be delicious and nutritious!
Frequently Asked Questions
You can enjoy a turmeric latte any time of day since it’s caffeine-free, but if you’re planning on drinking it at night you may want to skip the ginger. Ginger is naturally stimulating, meaning it gives a boost to your digestion and other bodily systems. This can be a positive thing … unless you’re trying to relax and get ready to turn in for the night.
It does not! Unlike other lattes, this one isn’t made with tea leaves or coffee beans, which are the usual sources of caffeine.
Pairing turmeric with black pepper helps the body absorb curcumin (the active compound in turmeric) better. It’s only a small pinch, but if you’d prefer not to use it, the latte would still be delicious and nutritious!
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)70Calories3gFat11gCarbs1gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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Abigail Abesamis Demarest,
Rochelle Bilow,
andSara Haas, RDN, LDN
Sara Haas, RDN, LDN
