Ashwagandha Golden Milk (Wellness Recipe)

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 1 cup

🧾 Ingredients

• 1 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, coconut, or dairy)
• ½ tsp ashwagandha powder
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• ¼ tsp cinnamon powder
• Pinch of black pepper (boosts turmeric absorption)
• 1 tsp raw honey or maple syrup (to taste)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• 1 tsp coconut oil or ghee (optional, for richness)

👩🍳 Instructions

• Add milk to a small saucepan and warm over medium heat (do not boil).
• Whisk in ashwagandha, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper until smooth.
• Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, stirring often.
• Remove from heat; add honey/maple syrup, vanilla, and coconut oil if using.
• Pour into a mug, stir, and enjoy warm.

🇺🇸 USA Wellness Tips

• Best enjoyed in the evening or before bed
• Use plant-based milk for vegan or dairy-free diets
• Sweeten lightly—American wellness style favors less sugar