Description
A soothing, anti-inflammatory bedtime drink made with turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and vanilla to promote relaxation and restful sleep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cinnamon stick (or ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon)
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon coconut oil (optional)
- Optional Add-ins:
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- ½ vanilla bean (seeds scraped and added)
- 2–3 crushed cardamom pods
- 1 star anise
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Heat the milk – In a small saucepan over low heat, add the almond milk.
- Add the spices – Stir in the turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper.
- Simmer gently – Heat until steaming (about 10 minutes), but do not boil. Stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat – Strain if needed. Add vanilla extract and coconut oil.
- Sweeten to taste – Stir in honey or maple syrup as desired.
- Froth (optional) – Use a frother for a creamy finish.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Ayurvedic
Nutrition
- Calories: 80-120
- Sugar: 5-7g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 3.5-6g
- Carbohydrates: 8-12g
- Fiber: 1-2g
- Protein: 1.5-3g