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    Published: Dec 8, 2021 · Modified: Sep 18, 2022 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · Leave a Comment

    Honey Ginger Warm Milk

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    This honey ginger warm milk is a cosy and warming caffeine free drink perfect for the colder months. It comes together in less than twenty minutes with minimal pantry staple ingredients!

    honey ginger warm milk in a white cup.

    Come late afternoon I think many of us crave something warming and cosy as a mid-afternoon treat. Warm milks are perfect as a cosy snack! My pomegranate ginger tea and ginger turmeric latte are both delicious caffeine free options you will love too.

    Love spice? Then my cardamom milk is another warming and cosy option!

    This honey warm milk definitely feels like such a treat, but it's also so good as a coffee substitute. Packed with healthy ingredients, this flavourful hot drink is so easy to make with minimal ingredients. Enjoy curled up on the couch!

    Jump to:
    • ⭐ Why you'll love this recipe
    • 🍯 Ingredients
    • ☕ Adding coffee?
    • 🔪 Step by step instructions
    • 💭 Recipe tips and notes
    • 📋 Frequently asked questions
    • 🍹 More tasty drinks
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ⭐ Why you'll love this recipe

    • Super easy to make - perfect for a mid-afternoon treat!
    • Uses pantry staples - this cosy honey warm milk has minimal ingredients that most of us have to hand.
    • Caffeine free - whether you aren't able to drink coffee or just like a caffeine free drink as a change, this is perfect for a treat.

    🍯 Ingredients

    milk, cinnamon, ginger, honey and turmeric.

    All the ingredients and their quantities are set out in the recipe card below.

    The beauty of this warm honey milk is that it comprises mostly pantry staples, and can be easily adapted too. You will need:

    • Non-dairy milk: use the type that suits you best, whether oat or coconut (or other).
    • Ginger: I suggest using a piece of fresh ginger if you can, but ginger powder works too.
    • Cinnamon: this is optional, but gives a lovely flavour if you tolerate it.
    • Turmeric: just a tiny pinch for some added health benefits! The Simply Organic ground turmeric is good.
    • Honey: for sweetness that feels like such a treat.

    ☕ Adding coffee?

    If you want to add a shot (or two!) of espresso to this drink, then that's definitely an option. It can of course be either regular coffee or decaf.

    honey ginger warm milk in a white cup with a jug in the background.

    🔪 Step by step instructions

    A very simple recipe, this honey warm milk drink is quick and easy for a mid-afternoon treat.

    STEP 1

    Add the milk, ginger, turmeric and cinnamon (if using) to a pan and heat on low-medium for 5-6 minutes until warm. Don't let it boil, and give it a whisk occasionally to infuse the spice into the milk.

    STEP 2

    Pour the milk through a fine mesh sieve into a jug to remove the ginger and any gritty pieces from the spices. Then pour back into the pan and drizzle in the honey. With the heat on low, whisk until the honey dissolves into the milk for a minute or so. Pour into your cups and enjoy!

    milk, turmeric, honey and ginger in a saucepan.

    💭 Recipe tips and notes

    • Don't let the milk come to a boil, just let it get warm.
    • If you are out of fresh ginger, then ginger powder will work too.
    • I suggest not skipping the step to sieve the milk, it can taste a little gritty otherwise.

    📋 Frequently asked questions

    Can I use any form of non-dairy milk?

    Yes, your choice will slightly alter the taste but any milk is good for this honey ginger warm milk recipe!

    Should I bring the milk to a boil?

    It's a little debated, but personally I don't bring the milk to a boil. I find it changes the taste a little and it is best to just warm it.

    Can I use ginger powder?

    Yes, if you don't have fresh ginger root you can always use a pinch of ground ginger instead.

    Can I add coffee to the milk?

    If you like a shot of coffee in your warm milk then I'm not going to stop you! Will taste so delicious with the spices.

    honey ginger warm milk in two white cups.

    🍹 More tasty drinks

    Find both warming drinks such as my nutmeg milk, as well as smoothies such as my celery cucumber smoothie and fun chilled mocktails for summer such as my blueberry honey mocktail on my drinks page! Some recent recipes to try out:

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    📖 Recipe

    honey ginger warm milk in white cups with a jug in the background.

    Honey Ginger Warm Milk

    Claire
    This honey ginger warm milk is a cosy and warming caffeine-free drink for a mid-afternoon treat. Vegetarian, gluten free and low histamine.
    Makes two small cups, or one larger serving.
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 7 mins
    Cook Time 6 mins
    Total Time 13 mins
    Course Breakfast, Drinks, Sweet treat
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 94 kcal

    Equipment

    • Strainer

    Ingredients
      

    • 1.5 cups non-dairy milk
    • 1 cm fresh ginger
    • ½ teaspoon turmeric
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
    • 1 teaspoon honey

    Instructions
     

    • Pour the milk into your pan and add the knob of ginger, turmeric and cinnamon (if using). Heat on low-medium for 5-6 minutes, whisking occasionally, so it gets warm but doesn't boil.
    • Strain through a fine mesh sieve, then pour back into the saucepan. Pour in the honey and stir until it dissolves into the milk.
    • Pour into your cups and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Don't let the milk come to a boil, just let it get warm.
    • If you are out of fresh ginger, then ginger powder will work too.
    • I suggest not skipping the step to sieve the milk, it can taste a little gritty otherwise.
    • Please note that nutritional information is offered as a courtesy. It is auto-generated and should be understood to be an estimate.
     
    Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) food compatibility list for histamine
    All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list, with the exception of:
    • cinnamon scores 0 on the SIGHI list but is rated higher on other lists. It is optional.
    • ginger, which scores 1.
    • non-dairy milk has variable scores.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 94kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 89mgPotassium: 268mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 697IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 254mgIron: 1mg
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    Hi, I’m Claire. After a diagnosis of MCAS I began to follow a low histamine diet, which has helped me manage my symptoms. Here I hope to show that a restrictive diet can still be full of flavourful meals, and help you enjoy being creative in the kitchen.

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