3 Healthy Coffee Alternatives - You Can Make At Home

Whether you’re cutting down on the coffee or cutting it out completely, you don’t have to go without a warming cup of deliciousness on your break.

Just give these healthy home made coffee alternatives a try...

 

Turmeric Latte

Also known as 'golden milk', turmeric lattes are very much inspired by the Indian drink haldi doodh. Known as a powerful antioxidant, turmeric also offers anti-inflammatory and anti-aging benefits and has been linked to lowering bad cholesterol. 

  • 2 cups of milk (almond milk if preferred) or water (milk will make the latte far creamier)
  • 1 teaspoon of turmeric
  • 1-2 teaspoon of top grade honey or agave nectar (to taste) 
  • A pinch of ground cinnamon
  • A very small pinch of ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract 
  • 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil 
  • Tiny pinch of black pepper 

 

Method

Carefully warm the milk in a saucepan being mindful not to boil. Add all the other ingredients and stir through for 2-4 minutes. Add more honey or nectar if a sweeter taste is desired. 

 

Matcha Latte

A natural and very powerful green tea matcha originates from Japan and is packed full of health boosting anti-oxidants. It has shown to boost mood, calm the mind and help increase the metabolism. It contains caffeine but is a lower amount compared to a regular cup of black coffee and is released much slower into the blood stream meaning less jitters and more sustained focus. 

  • 2 cups of rice or almond milk 
  • 1/2 teaspoon matcha powder 
  • A squeeze of honey or good quality agave nectar

 

Method

Gently and slowly heat all of the ingredients in a pan and serve. If you have a hand mixer then use it for an amazingly creamy texture! 

 

Hot Water and Lemon

Cleansing, hydrating and wonderful for your immune system this simple drink is packed full of vitamin C and will help boost your energy levels any time of the day! 

  • 1 cup or mug of boiling water 
  • A slice of lemon 
  • 1 teaspoon of honey or good quality agave nectar

 

Method

Simply add all of the ingredients to your favourite cup or mug and take 5 minutes to yourself! 

 

For more healthy food recipes and ideas check out our meal plan The Fit Food Diet.