Lactose 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 stands in beautifully for dairy here — whether you use the lighter carton version or rich canned coconut milk, you get a creamy, velvety base without a drop of lactose in sight. Maca root and ashwagandha bring an earthy depth, while turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger layer in warmth that builds with every sip. A pinch of black pepper is the quiet hero of the recipe, boosting the turmeric's potency in a way you won't taste but will absolutely appreciate. A quick blitz in the blender (or a handheld frother if you're keeping it simple) transforms the whole thing into something genuinely frothy and café-worthy. Sweetened to your liking with honey and finished with a touch of vanilla, this latte is proof that skipping dairy doesn't mean settling for anything less than indulgent.
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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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