It’s below-zero weather here in sunny Colorado and my latest winter obsession has emerged. Although I love my classic Golden Milk, this recipe has become my new cold-weather favorite. With a few slight adjustments, this soothing Ayurvedic drink transforms into a sweet, frothy, and delicious golden latte—with all of the same health benefits as the original. With only five minutes of cooking time and a handful of ingredients, this simple but delicious recipe will help keep you warm and cozy all season long!

So what makes this Golden Milk recipe so special? The addition of dates, cinnamon, and vanilla is a great start, but the real trick for making this recipe so amazing is the blending process that will take your traditional Golden Milk to a new level. This unites the ingredients to perfection and creates a to-die-for frothiness that might make you say goodbye to the basic recipe forever.

Despite its delicious nature, Golden Milk is considered a medicine in Ayurveda with numerous health properties. Turmeric is one of the best spices for overall health and longevity. It is a powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial spice. It is great for improving digestion, balancing blood sugar, and aiding in gentle detoxification. When taken with milk, this duo becomes a nourishing tonic for strengthening bones, making it a great tonic for women over the age of 40 and anyone at risk for osteoporosis. If this isn’t enough, turmeric has been shown to prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, making it an Ayurvedic essential for us all.

TIPS

Make sure to use a high-speed blender; if your blender is not too powerful, use honey instead of dates to avoid “chunkies”.
If you do not have dates or your dates are too hard, replace them with honey—it’s still super delicious!
This recipe is very Kapha-provoking! To make it slightly less Kaphagenic, use the Kapha modifications listed in the recipe. The results will likely be a little less frothy, but still super yummy!
Even with the modifications, Kapha types should limit this drink to 1 to 2 times a week (and avoid it during times of heaviness, congestion, dullness, and fatigue).
Golden Milk is best in the cool months of fall and winter but can enjoyed all year round.
Golden Milk can be sipped on before bed to calm the nerves and quiet the mind—or it can be enjoyed as a healthy sweet snack or delicious coffee replacement.

Simple and Delicious Golden Milk Latte Recipe

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Doshic effect: Vata↓, Pitta↓, Kapha↑
Makes: 2 cups (16 oz)
Cook Time: 5 minutes (plus 1 to 2 minutes blend time)

Materials

Medium saucepan
Measuring spoons and cups
High-Speed Blender (e.g. Blend Tec or Vitamix)

Ingredients

2 cups organic whole milk (use almond milk OR 1 cup of goat milk and 1 cup of water for Kapha)
1 teaspoon Svastha Golden Milk blend (or a similar Golden Milk spice blend)
¼ to ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder
1 to 2 soft Medjool dates, pitted and finely chopped (use 1 to 2 teaspoons of honey for Kapha, or if preferred)
½ to 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Directions

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1. Add the milk to a medium-size saucepan, cover, and place it over medium-high. Stir frequently while you bring the milk to just below a boil and then reduce to a low heat.

2. Stir in the Golden Milk Spice blend and chopped dates*.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are replacing the dates with honey, avoid adding the honey until it is time to blend!

3. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring every 30 to 60 seconds.

4. Pour the golden milk and dates into a blender. Add in the cinnamon, honey (if using), and vanilla extract. Cover well and blend on high for 1 to 3 minutes or until a perfectly smooth and frothy texture has been reached.

5. Serve, sip, and enjoy in peace and good company!