RecipeGolden Milk “Shots”

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
  • Calories: 15
  • Protein:1 g
  • Total Fat: 0 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
    • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0 g
  • Total Sugar: 2 g
    • Natural Sugar: 1 g
    • Added Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 15 mg
Good For

Turmeric, a plant stem that looks a bit like ginger, has gotten a bit of a reputation as a super spice. Research shows that small amounts of this vibrant-colored orange-yellow spice may help alleviate aches and pains associated with arthritis, among other benefits. Try this delicious “shot” to get your daily Rx. Bottoms up! 

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This recipe makes 16 shots (1 ounce each)
Ingredients:
  • 2 cups milk (any preferred type)
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch black pepper
  • Optional ground ginger
Preparation:

Whisk together all ingredients in a saucepan and simmer for about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly—and enjoy a 1-ounce shot! Serve warm, room temperature or cold.

Pour leftovers into 1-ounce ice cube tray and freeze. Once they’re frozen, you can pop them into a zip-top bag for easier storage in the freezer. Defrost 1 at a time and enjoy as a daily Rx.

Nutrition analysis courtesy of Genesis® R&D

Start your day with a healthy dose of the super spice by whipping up my Turmeric Pineapple Smoothie.