Golden Manuka Turmeric Smoothie
A creamy, immunity-boosting breakfast smoothie with Manuka honey and warming spices
This golden smoothie blends UMF-certified Manuka honey with turmeric, banana and oats for a creamy, nutrient-dense start to the day. Inspired by the golden milk trend, it uses oat milk and plant protein for a dairy-free, gut-friendly option, finished with a pinch of black pepper to unlock turmeric’s benefits.
Timing
Cook Time: PT0M
Prep Time: PT10M
Rest Time: PT5M
Total Time: PT15M
Active Time: PT10M
Ingredients
1
medium
banana
(Notes: preferably frozen for creaminess)
1
cup
oat milk
(Notes: use unsweetened oat milk or your favourite plant milk)
1/2
cup
frozen mango or mixed berries
(Notes: adds sweetness and body)
1/4
cup
rolled oats
(Notes: soaked briefly in oat milk if preferred)
1
tbsp
ground turmeric
(Notes: or 1 tsp fresh grated turmeric)
2
tbsp
manuka honey
(Notes: UMF-certified Manuka honey for flavour and benefits)
1
tsp
ground cinnamon
(Notes: warming spice)
1/4
tsp
ground black pepper
(Notes: helps absorption of curcumin from turmeric)
1
tbsp
almond butter
(Notes: or tahini for extra creaminess and healthy fats)
1
tbsp
chia seeds
(Notes: optional, for extra fibre and texture)
Instructions
Step 1
If using rolled oats and you prefer a smoother texture, soak the oats in the oat milk for 5 minutes while you prepare other ingredients.
Tip: Soaking the oats softens them and makes the smoothie silkier.
Timing: PT5M
Step 2
Add the banana, soaked oats with oat milk (or just oat milk), frozen mango or berries, almond butter, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper and chia seeds to a high-speed blender.
Tip: Use frozen fruit to chill the smoothie without diluting it with ice.
Timing: PT0M
Step 3
Blend on high until completely smooth, about 60–90 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed, then blitz again to achieve a creamy consistency.
Tip: Pulse first to break down large pieces, then blend continuously for a silky result.
Timing: PT1M30S
Step 4
Taste and add Manuka honey, starting with 1 tablespoon and increasing to taste. Blend briefly to incorporate the honey evenly.
Tip: Warm Manuka honey slightly between your hands if firm — it blends more easily.
Timing: PT20S
Step 5
Pour into two glasses and let rest for up to 5 minutes to allow chia seeds to thicken slightly, or enjoy immediately.
Tip: A short rest mellows the flavours and deepens the texture; stir before drinking if thickened.
Timing: PT5M