Top 5 Turmeric Treats

Turmeric has been a hot food ingredient recently, thanks to its scientifically-proven anti-inflammatory benefits, antioxidants and boosting of brain function. "Golden" beverages made with turmeric and plant-based milk are all over social media, and turmeric has been making its way into desserts as well. Forget the standard savory dishes; you can now get a boost from turmeric in a brownie or cake, making it a bit healthier than your traditional sweet treat. These recipes are all plant-based, and feature turmeric in a new and innovating way.

Mango and Turmeric Raw Cupcakes

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Nirvana Cakery's recipe is pretty straightforward; the crust is a mix of almonds, sunflower seeds and dates. The mango and turmeric filling is a mix of mango, fresh turmeric, fresh ginger, lime and creamed coconut.

Raw Turmeric Donuts

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Plant-Based Maiah has a great feed and blog where she features numerous turmeric treats including this recent raw turmeric donut. Hint: use silicone donut pans, not metal, for easy removal.

Upside-Down Turmeric Cake

Milk and Cardamom

Milk and Cardamom's Upside-Down Orange Cake does contain butter, so for a true vegan recipe, simply swap coconut butter in. The turmeric compliments cardamom and orange nicely.

Bloat-Busting Pineapple Smoothie

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Hello Glow says this 6-ingredient smoothie with turmeric will help fight bloating, and will also make your skin oh-so-glowy!

Golden Milk Turmeric Ice Cream

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Minimalist Baker's ice cream recipe is a vibrant, rich vegan ice cream recipe inspired by the popular aforementioned golden lattes. Hint: her vintage ice-cream scoop is a must-have!

If these recipes haven't convinced you yet, stock up on some organic raw turmeric and sprinkle a little into your smoothies, your soups and sauces. You may just notice less pain, less inflammation and an extra boost in your step.