Lavender Moon Milk
A soothing, warm drink infused with lavender and a touch of natural sweetness, perfect for relaxation and promoting restful sleep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Wellness
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based, such as almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- ½ teaspoon dried culinary lavender (or a few drops of lavender extract)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk over low to medium heat, avoiding boiling.
- Add dried lavender and steep for 2–3 minutes. If using lavender extract, stir it in after removing from heat.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup until fully dissolved.
- Strain out dried lavender using a fine mesh strainer.
- Pour into a mug and sprinkle with cinnamon or a single lavender bud for garnish.
- For a frothy texture, blend for 30 seconds before serving. Sip and enjoy!
Notes
Use food-grade culinary lavender to avoid bitterness. Experiment with vanilla, nutmeg, or ashwagandha for extra relaxation benefits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: lavender moon milk, bedtime drink, sleep aid, calming beverage
Find it online: https://alexandrarecipes.com/lavender-moon-milk/