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If you deal with insomnia or just like to relax with a warm cup of something before bed, this Lavender Moon Milk recipeis the drink for you.If you are a morning coffee drinker too, you may like this Homemade Coconut Coffee Creamer.
What is Moon Milk
Moon milk is a warm beverage that is typically drunk before bedtime to help you relax and sleep. Moon Milk has been said to be rooted in Ayurvedic medicine, an ancient Indian medicine that uses a natural or holistic approach to healing.
What are the benefits of Moon Milk
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Lavender Moon Milk Ingredients
- 1 Cup of milk (I used almond)
- 1tsp of Coconut oil
- ¼ tsp of fresh Ginger orGinger powder
- 1/2 tsp of fresh Turmeric orTurmeric powder
- ¼ tspCardamom powder
- 1 tsp ofAshwagandha powder
- ¼ tsp ofCinnamon
- Small pinch ofLavender
- The tiniest pinch ofBlack pepper(helps body absorb the turmeric)
- HoneyorMaple Syrupto taste
Lavender Moon Milk ingredients benefits
Ashwagandha powder benefits
Ashwagandha Powder has anti-inflammatory properties. It also reduces stress and anxiety. Here are 12 proven Ashwagandha benefits.
Lavender benefits in moon milk
Lavender has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antifungal benefits. It also helps promote relaxation and sleep. Learn how to grow lavender and you can grow your own lavender to use.
Ginger benefits
Ginger has anti-inflammatory, pain relief, and anti-nausea properties. It may help with blood sugar issues.
Turmeric benefits
Turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It can be hard to absorb in the body.
Black pepper
The sole purpose of black pepper in this Lavender Moon milk recipe is just to help your body absorb the turmeric. You only need a tiny bit.
Cardamom benefits
Cardamom has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and diuretic properties. It can also help with digestive issues.
Cinnamon benefits
Cinnamon has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and may help with blood sugar issues.
How to make Lavender Moon Milk
1. Place your milk into a pot over the stove. Add in your ginger and turmeric root and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes.
3. Remove from heat.
4.Once your milk and roots have finished simmering for 30 mins, add in your cardamon, ashwagandha, cinnamon, lavender and pepper.
5. Let steep for 5 minutes.
6. Place your milk and herbs in a blender with your coconut oil and honey.
7. Blend until frothy.
Pour into a cup and drink warm, before bed.
Can you use a different milk
Yes, you can use your milk of choice. Almond milk was used in this recipe but you can simply swap for any milk.
Can you make a batch and store in the fridge
Yes, you can create a bigger batch and store it in the fridge. Allow it to cool some before putting it in your jar and placing it in the fridge.
Once you are ready for a coup, take it out and reheat it a cup or two at time. Only batch cook what you can drink within a week.
Notes*
Dried ginger or turmeric powder canbe used in place of the fresh roots. In this case, don’t simmer for 30 minutes. Instead, bring milk to a boil and add in all of your herbs and let steep for 5 minutes. Then add in your oil and honey and blend.
*When using fresh roots, you need to simmer for longer to bring out the good for you properties of the roots. When using dried roots in powder form, they are ready for absorption.
No matter if you use fresh or dried ingredients for this recipe be sure to use quality ingredients.
Lavender Moon Milk Recipe
Lavender Moon Milk Recipe
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Additional Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 Cup of milk (I used almond)
- 1 tsp of Coconut oil
- ¼ tsp of fresh Ginger or powder
- 1/2 tsp of fresh turmeric or turmeric powder
- ¼ tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tsp of ashwaganda powder
- ¼ tsp of cinnamon
- Small pinch of lavender
- The tiniest pinch of Black pepper (helps body absorb the turmeric)
- Honey or Maple Syrup to taste
Instructions
- Place your milk into a pot over the stove. Add in your ginger and turmeric root and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes
- Remove from heat.
- Once your milk and roots have finished simmering for 30 mins, add in your cardmon, ashwaganda, cinnamon, lavender and pepper
- Let steep for 5 minutes
- Place your milk and herbs in a blender with your coconut oil and honey.
- Blend until frothy.
- Pour into a cup and drink warm, before bed
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 290Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 131mgCarbohydrates: 45gFiber: 1gSugar: 29gProtein: 9g
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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