Turmeric milk, also known as "golden milk," is a warm and comforting beverage with a rich history. This warm drink combines the aromatic flavors of turmeric and milk.
Sweetened with honey, golden milk or haldi doodh is ready in 5 minutes, making it a well-loved choice for those seeking a cozy and flavorsome drink.

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Also called turmeric latte or golden chai latte, this drink is catching up in the Western world and is something we Indians grew up drinking - haldi doodh.
You can drink a glass of golden milk every day throughout the year. Drink warm milk during winter, chill it, and drink during summer. It's a great alternative to smoothies.
Why you will love this recipe?
- This golden turmeric latte is very comforting and can be made in just 5 minutes.
- It can be made vegan-friendly by replacing milk with almond milk and honey with sugar.
- Turmeric milk is a great alternative to hot chocolate or smoothies.
Ingredients to make turmeric milk
Milk: I use whole milk.
Turmeric powder: It is easily available in all Indian grocery stores and supermarkets.
Black pepper: I use crushed black pepper here.
Honey: Golden milk is sweetened with honey.
Step-by-step instructions
Variations
To make vegan golden milk, you may replace it with almond milk or any dairy-free milk. However, take care not to boil the almond milk like regular milk. Replace honey with jaggery or raw sugar.
Traditionally, turmeric root is used to make golden milk latte. However, I am using turmeric powder. If you use turmeric roots, let them steep in the milk for at least 5 minutes.
Other spices can also be added to make masala golden milk. Cinnamon, cardamom, and ground ginger go well with it. Check out this recipe to make delicious badam doodh.
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Golden Turmeric Milk / Haldi Doodh
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper crushed
- 1 tablespoon honey or as per taste
Instructions
- Add milk in a saucepan and bring to boil
- Add the turmeric powder and pepper to the milk. Mix well
- Simmer for 1-2 minutes
- Turn off the heat and pass the milk through the sieve
- Add honey and mix well
- Serve warm
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Notes
You may also like this Taro milk tea.
Bobbie says
I’ve been wanting to try turmeric milk. This recipe made it so easy!
Sarah says
I'm a huge fan of golden milk! Thank you for the variations listed as well as the history lesson. I hadn't realized turmeric is used in religious and wedding ceremonies.
Andrea says
so delicious! love it!
Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says
I love your recipe and should be drinking a cup every morning!
Jean says
I love this drink!
Gina Abernathy says
This is something I should try to drink several times a week. I have all of the ingredients on hand. Looks like I will make some today.
nancy says
never a fan of tumeric milk until this recipe
Choclette says
Love turmeric milk. You've reminded me I haven't made any for ages and it's no wonder my joints are creaking. Off to make some now. Thank you.
Natalie says
I loveeee turmeric milk. One of my favourite drink during the winter season. And has amazing color and taste. Perfect!
Michelle says
I like making this with soymilk! 🙂
Katie says
Such a delicious way to enjoy turmeric! I love this simple recipe!
nancy says
this tumeric milk is so crazy good
Ana says
Such a great way to wind down at night and drink a hot glass of this.
Sam says
This is great and it's beautiful too!
Liz says
Perfect recipe!!! Thank you!