Vegan Hot Spiced Milk
Cozy up with a steaming mug of Vegan Hot Spiced Milk, a comforting dairy-free alternative to traditional spiced beverages. This warming recipe combines the creamy richness of almond milk (or your favorite plant-based milk) with aromatic whole spices like cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and fresh ginger, creating a perfectly spiced infusion that's both soothing and invigorating. Infused with a hint of vanilla, a touch of maple syrup for natural sweetness, and optional turmeric for a golden hue and added warmth, this spiced milk is ready in just 15 minutes and makes two servings of pure indulgence. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a caffeine-free alternative to a latte, this fragrant vegan drink is not only delicious but also packed with cozy charm. Serve it as a delightful treat, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 3 Whole cloves
- 1 inch Fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 2 Cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 1 Star anise (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup (or another sweetener of choice)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground turmeric (optional, for color and warmth)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the almond milk, cinnamon stick, cloves, ginger, cardamom pods, and star anise (if using).
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent the milk from scalding.
Once the milk reaches a simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it gently simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
Stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground turmeric (if using), and continue to warm the mixture for another 1-2 minutes.
Strain the spiced milk through a fine mesh sieve into mugs to remove the whole spices and ginger slices.
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick for a decorative touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
210 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 367 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1019 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 629 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
