This dairy-free turmeric almond milk latte recipe is the perfect mix of spicy and sweet to start your morning.
Like a crown jewel, a turmeric almond milk latte is golden in color. It’s the perfect end to any meal or simply a satisfying warm beverage on its own. Popular in recent years amongst the hipsters at bohemian cafes, it has its roots in Indian culture.
The traditional drink is not exactly the dairy-free, new-age, turmeric almond milk latte I drink. The use of turmeric in Ayurvedic medicine dates back quite a while. And the mixing of turmeric and milk creates a restorative beverage that is regularly in use in India.
I had my first turmeric latte in Wellington New Zealand. We arrived at a delightful cafe, and just as I was about to order my dairy-free cafe latte, I saw a sign out of the corner of my eye.
Honestly, it was the rich golden color that caught my eye first. Spiced with cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and, of course, turmeric, I would have named it a chai turmeric latte. With it being dairy-free, how could I resist?
This hot drink ticks all of the boxes
- Naturally gluten-free (and celiac safe)
- Dairy-free
- Has natural anti-inflammatory and stomach-settling properties
- Easy to make
- You can prepare the spice mix in advance
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What you need to make a turmeric almond milk latte
Supplies needed:
- Espresso machine or another milk steamer
- Mug
Ingredients for a turmeric almond milk latte:
- Turmeric (ground)
- Cinnamon (ground)
- Ginger (ground)
- Cardamon (ground)
- Vanilla extract
- Maple syrup
- Black pepper (ground)
- Almond milk
More than just delicious
While I love to think of us as cool trendsetters, if the truth is told, after enjoying that first one two years ago, I went back to coffee drinks.
Then, a diagnosis of an inflammatory condition. Being a fan of natural medicines, I did a bit of research, and suddenly the memories of the spices in an almond milk turmeric latte came flooding back. The recipes we found were not quite right. However, a few experiments later, we believe we have perfection.
Medicinal properties of the spices
Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, and am not offering medical advice. The following is from this WebMD article “Spices and Herbs that Can Help You Stay Healthy”.
Turmeric is a good source of curcumin; therefore, an antioxidant that eases inflammation and may help reduce pain. Turmeric may also prevent or slow down Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Cinnamon may reduce inflammation, fend off free radicals, and fight bacteria.
Cardamon is high in magnesium and zinc, soothes an upset stomach, and may help fight inflammation.
Ginger can help with an upset stomach and ease nausea. It also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Why almond milk?
Okay, this one is personal. I am dairy-free, so that limited my options, and I love the flavor of almond milk. However, that said, the recipe would work exactly the same if you substituted almond milk for your favorite milk. Even dairy milk will do.
Step by step to our turmeric almond milk latte recipe
Our turmeric almond milk latte recipe
This recipe was contributed by Jeff Albom.
Turmeric Almond Milk Latte
Delicious almond milk turmeric latte.
Ingredients
- ⅜ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Pinch of ground cardamon
- Pinch of ground black pepper
- 1 cup (250 mL) almond milk
Instructions
- Measure the dry spices together in a bowl and set aside.
- Pour the almond milk into a large mug.
- Add the vanilla extract and maple syrup to the mug and stir.
- Add the dry spices to the mug and stir.
- Heat the milk and mixture with the steaming wand on an espresso machine till hot. If you have a milk frothing thermometer, heat until 130°-150°F (55°-65°C).
- Alternately, place all the ingredients in a saucepan and heat while stirring until hot.
Notes
Almond milk can be substituted in equal amounts for soy, coconut, or dairy milk.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 250 mLAmount Per Serving: Calories: 154Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 129mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 9g
Nutritional information isn't always accurate and it will vary based on the specific ingredients used.
Serving suggestions
Anytime you would have a coffee, tea, or hot cocoa, is also the perfect time for an almond milk turmeric latte. However, it also goes great with some of our favorite gluten and dairy-free snacks like cinnamon muffins, banana muffins, macaroons, chocolate chip cookies, or brownies.
If turmeric is not your thing, you may want to make a latte using our chai latte spice mix.
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That sounds lovely. Once I am back with the tumeric and coffee I will try it out. I don’t do tumeric currently because there are indications that it interferes with chemotherapy. So I wait just until I finished cancer treatment. Better safe than sorry. That’s my motto. It’ll be a treat to look forward to. 🙋♀️🐝
Such a healthy drink!
This sounds delicious! I personally prefer oatmilk, I’ll try it with that. Maybe it will even help me sleep?
Our family has gotten really into turmeric lately — mostly in stews, but sometimes even slicing the root into sandwiches! This latte seems like a great addition to our recipes.
I’ve never tried a turmeric latte, though I know they have been all the rage. This looks so gorgeous that it makes me want to go buy an espresso machine! I’m also a huge fan of turmeric because of its beautiful color and superfood characteristics.
This drink looks great. I have never tried a dairy-free version. Probably time now!
This is such an amazing colour. I often order one in a cafe, but I really should try making one myself.
Looks like it’s time for me to invest in a steaming wand so I can make this drink
This sounds really good, healthy too. I had no idea about a lot of the benefits of these spices
I have recently learnt about the benefits of turmeric, and have been searching for new ways to enjoy it. Love this delicious latte!
Such a healthy drink. Looking forward to trying it. Thank you
Oh wow this looks delicious! I usually just mix turmeric, cinnamon and black pepper with hot almond milk but this looks 100 times more delicious. Pinning this now to try later!