Tranquil Moon Milk
This moon milk is a soothing and calming beverage that is perfect for winding down before bed. It is made with dairy-free milk, turmeric, honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, and butter. The turmeric gives the moon milk a beautiful golden color and a slightly earthy flavor. The honey adds a touch of sweetness, while the cinnamon and vanilla extract provide a warm and cozy flavor. The salt helps to balance out the sweetness of the honey and the earthiness of the turmeric. The butter adds a touch of richness and creaminess. This moon milk is a great way to relax and de-stress before bed.
Moon milk is a traditional Ayurvedic beverage that has been used for centuries to promote relaxation and sleep. It is made with warm milk, spices, and sometimes honey. The spices in moon milk are believed to have calming and soothing properties. Turmeric is a particularly good choice for moon milk because it is a natural anti-inflammatory. Honey is a natural sweetener that can also help to promote sleep. This recipe for moon milk is a modern take on the traditional beverage. It uses dairy-free milk, which makes it suitable for vegans and people with lactose intolerance. It also uses honey instead of sugar, which makes it a healthier choice. This moon milk is a delicious and soothing beverage that is perfect for winding down before bed.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 cup dairy-free milk (such as almond, oat, or cashew milk)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon butter or ghee
  • 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios (optional)
Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the milk, turmeric, honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, or until the flavors are well blended.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter until melted.
  5. Pour the moon milk into a mug and sprinkle with pistachios, if desired.
  6. Enjoy the calming warmth of this moon milk before bedtime.
Why It Works
  • The turmeric in this moon milk gives it a beautiful golden color and a slightly earthy flavor.
  • The honey adds a touch of sweetness, while the cinnamon and vanilla extract provide a warm and cozy flavor.
  • The salt helps to balance out the sweetness of the honey and the earthiness of the turmeric.
  • The butter adds a touch of richness and creaminess.
  • This moon milk is a great way to relax and de-stress before bed.