As I mentioned in our Best of February post, I am absolutely smitten with golden milk at the moment, also known as turmeric milk. You can learn about this delicious health-promoting drink and its history of use in India and Ayurveda here. I originally became intrigued after seeing it on one of my favorite vlogger’s channels, and then I scouted this recipe from Nutrition Stripped and have been making it nearly every day since. It makes an excellent substitute to morning coffee if you’re trying to cut back on caffeine (like me) in the afternoon when you need something to tide you over till dinner or in the evening to warm up or satisfy a sweet tooth. I’m so into it, in fact, I recently brought some in a tea thermos along to the movies and I couldn’t have been happier (or warmer) sipping my golden milk during the film. Plus (!), no concession stand temptations – problem solved. The base of this gorgeous, 8-ingredient ice cream is full-fat coconut milk for extra creamy texture. Ground turmeric, cinnamon, fresh ginger, black pepper, and cardamom add warm and comforting spice. And it’s sweetened naturally with maple syrup to offset the spices and make it truly dessert-worthy. All that’s left to do is chill, churn, throw in some candied ginger (optional), and you’re in golden milk ice cream heaven. So what’s the big deal about golden milk? It’s SO healthy for you. The star of the show is turmeric, which has medicinal properties and is most well known for its anti-inflammatory effects. If you’re feeling sick or sore, or just not like yourself, this is the spice for you. In addition to turmeric you have: Cinnamon – which stabilizes blood sugarGinger – an anti-inflammatory that also supports digestionAnd coconut milk – which provides a healthy fat source You might as well reap some health benefits while indulging your sweet tooth. This ice cream is so dreamy. It’s: RichCreamyCoconuttySuper colorfulWarmly spicedPerfectly (+ naturally) sweetHealthyComforting& Unexpectedly delicious Make this ice cream to wow guests, or to have on hand when you are craving golden milk but want it in creamy, frozen form. Mmmm – yes please. This would also make a great milkshake when mixed with almond or coconut milk. If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to take a picture and tag it #minimalistbaker on Instagram! We’d love to see what you come up with. Cheers, friends!
