Almond Free Maca & Turmeric Adaptogen Latte
Warm, golden, and deeply comforting, this adaptogen latte is the kind of drink that makes your morning routine feel like a genuine ritual. Coconut milk forms the creamy base, giving it a rich, velvety texture without a drop of dairy or any tree nut milks that can be tricky to navigate. The combination of maca, turmeric, ashwagandha, cinnamon, and ginger creates a layered, earthy warmth that's rounded out beautifully by a touch of honey. A pinch of black pepper is the quiet hero here — it boosts the bioavailability of the turmeric so you're actually getting the most out of every sip. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan and a quick spin in the blender, which whips it into a frothy, café-worthy finish. It's the kind of cozy, functional drink you'll want to make on repeat, especially when store-bought wellness lattes come loaded with mystery ingredients you'd rather avoid.
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2 servings
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut milk (from a carton) or full-fat canned coconut milk
- ½ cup water
- 2 tsp maca root powder
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ashwagandha powder
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the coconut milk and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until steaming and small bubbles form around the edges, about 3–4 minutes. Do not bring to a full boil.
- 2
Whisk in the maca root powder, turmeric, ashwagandha powder, cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper until fully dissolved and no dry clumps remain.
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