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15 Plant-Based Healing Lattes that Will Get You Through that Midday Slump!

When you think of a latte, you might think of the classic coffee drink. But, there are so many other ways to make them—turmeric, matcha, maca—the list goes on! Not only do they taste amazing, but they are also good for you! Healing lattes are a great drink at any time of day. They are cozy and will warm you right up (or try them iced when you need something a bit more refreshing.) These 15 healing lattes are super fun and can add a little excitement to your day. They are super aesthetic and will be great for you insta feed too! Try them out—you’ll be grateful that you did.

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1. Blue Moon Latte

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This Blue Moon Latte by Teri Macovei is not only beautiful, but also full of health benefits for your body. It’s a perfect way to end your day with a caffeine-free cup of latte. The special tea that is used to make this lovely latte is the butterfly pea tea.

2. Iced Golden Milk Latte

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Enjoy the amazing benefits of turmeric in this cooling drink that’s perfect for summer. This wholesome Vegan Iced Golden Milk Latte by Nicole Dunai is a delicious and easy way to include turmeric in your diet!

3. Matcha Latte

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A delicious Matcha Latte recipe by Taryn Fitz-Gerald that is sweetened with natural low GI organic coconut sugar. Loaded with antioxidants and cleansing goodness, replace your morning coffee with one of these!

4. Creamy Saffron and Fennel Tea Latte

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This Creamy Saffron and Fennel Tea Latte by Claire Ragozzino is a great coffee alternative recipe that will warm your soul and make your morning rituals a little sweeter.

5. Tahini Maca Latte

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The creamy richness in this Tahini Maca Latte by Super Powders, Katrine van Wyk comes from tahini, a sesame seed paste that is loaded with calcium and healthy fats. This creamy, sweet, and luscious drink is a real treat, and with maca and pearl, you’ll feel glowing and harmonized to boot.

6. Pink Latte

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This Pink Latte by Super Powders, Katrine van Wyk is not just a pretty drink! That beautiful pink hue hints at some amazing antioxidant powers and heart Support hiding within. The powdered beets are great for blood purification and stamina. Ginger and cinnamon provide digestive and blood sugar Support, and both the hawthorn berries and beets are known to Support the heart.

7. Blueberry Acai Iced Latte

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A coffee free iced latté made with blueberries, acai and coconut milk. Sure, you won’t get the rocket fuel kick you get from a good ol’cup of joe, but the acai is a beautifully fruity alternative to energize you for the day. You can use any dairy free milk you have to hand, but the coconut makes it extra creamy and latté-like. If you haven’t got any acai powder, just use extra blueberries in your syrup for a richer color. Blackberries would work really well too in this delicious Blueberry Acai Iced Latte by Harriet Porterfield!

8. Caffeine-Free Pink Latte

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Craving those colorful lattes you see in Instagram? You don’t need to make a special trip — you can make it yourself at home. For a pink latte, just use beet powder! Beet powder is brilliant for its color alone. But it also tastes amazing – even if you’re not a beet lover, you should try beet powder because it is fruitier and less earthy-tasting than the real thing. This Caffeine-Free Pink Latte by Rachel Evans is made with beet powder, sweetened by date syrup, and has a wonderful, fruity flavor.

9. Sunshine Turmeric Latte

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This luscious Sunshine Turmeric Latte by Buffy-Ellen Gill really takes the cake. If you’ve tried turmeric lattes that have been cropping up at cafés, you are going to absolutely love this homemade version. With its blend of silky smooth sunflower seeds and coconut milk, a spicy intoxicating medley of turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, and black pepper, and a dash of natural sweetness from dates, you can bring a touch of the local café to your home.

10. Cardamom Rose Latte

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This Cardamom Rose Latte by Teri Macovei is everything you need! The cardamom powder cuts down a bit on the sweetness and brings in spicy cinnamony, and a bit peppery notes. It creates the right balance that’ll give you an enjoyable experience of drinking a floral tea latte.

11. Iced Dandelion Latte

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This Iced Dandelion Latte by Jesse Lane Lee is a detoxifying drink that is much healthier than iced coffee. It is made with roasted dandelion root tea which gives it a rich and full-bodied flavor and sweetened with stevia. Iced Dandelion Latte is flavored with a little bit of vanilla, a splash of organic soy milk and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

12. Beet Hazelnut Latte

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Beets have a very impressive nutritional profile, making them a great choice for getting some essential vitamins and minerals— especially magnesium and iron. Sprinkle a little bit of cacao powder to top off this Beet Hazelnut Latte by Magnesium Everyday Secrets, Gretchen Lidicker and it becomes an amazing (caffeine- free) afternoon drink that tastes ever- so- slightly like Nutella.

13. Chocolate Reishi Latte

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Reishi mushroom is a mild adoptogen, which are herbs and spices that have been found to help reduce stress and balance hormones. This Chocolate Reishi Latte by Maria and Alyssa Tosoni is a great way to incorporate the mushroom into your diet in an easy and delicious way! This latte is a great pick-me-up with breakfast or at night to wind down with something warm and chocolatey.

14. Nutty Matcha Latte

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Matcha latte is such a classic cafe drink, and this Nutty Matcha Latte by Healthy Gut, Flat Stomach Drinks; Danielle Capalino is highly recommended. It combines nut-milk with coconut oil and almond extract to give a nutty, creamy taste.

15. How to Make an Activated Charcoal Latte

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Charcoal lattes are the next big thing and they are absolutely stunning. The magic ingredient to pulling off the purplish hue is activated charcoal but it’s not just another pretty ingredient, the right amount of activated charcoal is very effective at detoxifying your body. And not only does this latte taste great, you’ll feel great after drinking it! Learn How to Make an Activated Charcoal Latte with Mindful Avocado‘s delicious recipe!

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