Description
Sip this slim down drink before bed for a gentle metabolism boost and sweet dreams. Low‑calorie, soothing, and easy to make!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (240 ml)
- 1 cup oat milk (240 ml)
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon stevia (or to taste)
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional garnish: a sprinkle of cinnamon or a few fresh berries
Instructions
- Heat the milks: In a small saucepan, combine the almond milk and oat milk. Warm over medium heat until it’s steaming but not boiling—about 3‑4 minutes. Watch closely; you don’t want it to bubble over.
- Stir in spices: Add the vanilla extract, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, cardamom, and sea salt. Stir until the spices are fully dissolved and the mixture smells fragrant.
- Blend the seeds: In a blender, combine the ground flaxseed and chia seeds with a splash of the warm milk mixture. Blend on high for 30 seconds until the seeds are fully incorporated and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Combine: Pour the seed blend back into the saucepan. Stir gently to combine. Let it sit for 1 minute so the seeds can expand and release their nutrients.
- Sweeten: Add the stevia and stir until it’s fully dissolved. Taste and adjust if needed.
- Serve: Pour the drink into a mug. If you like, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top or add a few fresh berries for a pop of color.
- Enjoy: Sip slowly, allowing the warmth and flavors to relax your body before you drift off to sleep.
Notes
- Use a low‑heat setting to preserve the delicate flavors of the spices.
- For a thicker, more dessert‑like texture, let the drink sit for 2 minutes after adding the seeds.
- If you’re sensitive to caffeine, skip the vanilla extract and replace it with a splash of vanilla almond milk.
- Keep the drink cold if you prefer a chilled version—just chill the milks in the fridge before mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: slim down drink before bed