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Golden Milk Protein Latte
A warm, soothing, dairy-free evening drink with turmeric, ginger, and plant protein.
- 8 mintime
- 1serving
- 235calories
- 23 gprotein
Golden milk is a traditional turmeric drink. This version adds plant protein for a more filling cup and uses almond milk to stay dairy-free. A pinch of black pepper is optional but traditional.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop vanilla plant protein powder (pea/rice blend, about 32 g)
- 1 ¼ cups unsweetened almond milk
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp coconut oil
Method
- Whisk the protein powder with a quarter cup of cold almond milk until smooth.
- Heat the remaining almond milk with the turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, maple syrup, and coconut oil until steaming.
- Stir the hot milk slowly into the protein paste.
- Use a frother or whisk until smooth.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 235 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 23 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 13 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: tree nuts.
Tips
- Turmeric stains cups and countertops. Wipe spills quickly.
- The coconut oil helps the spices blend. Leave it out if you prefer.
Swaps and variations
- Add a pinch of black pepper.
- Stir in a teaspoon of maple syrup if you want it sweeter.
