Calming Cherry Moon Milk Recipe
This soothing, warm drink has herbs that help promote restful sleep. Tangy cherry combines with sweet honey.
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 228kcal
Equipment
- Blender (or milk frother, optional)
Ingredients
- 3 TBSP tart cherry juice (omit if using raw cow milk)
- ½ TBSP dried rose petals
- ½ TBSP chamomile flowers
- ¼ cup filtered water
- ½ tsp ashwagandha powder (optional)
- 1 cup milk of choice (almond, coconut, or dairy milk)
- 2 TBSP raw honey (or maple syrup)
Instructions
- Heat the water in a small saucepan until boiling. Add the rose petals and chamomile, turn the heat off, and put the lid on. Let steep for 3-4 minutes.
- Strain the tea and return it to a clean pot.
- Add the cherry juice, milk, honey, and ashwagandha powder (if using). Heat over low heat until warm.
- To make this more like a frothy latte, blend the moon milk for a few seconds. You can use a blender or a milk frother.
Notes
- Add 1 tsp of coconut oil or ghee and blend for a creamier texture.
- You can also add a little almond or vanilla extract to complement the cherry flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 228kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 339mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 48g | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 319mg | Iron: 1mg