Name: Best Molasses Milk Recipe (Dairy Free)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups unsweetened almond milk; 4 tablespoons black strap molasses; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp nutmeg; 1 tsp vanilla extract

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Discover molasses milk! This easy recipe uses blackstrap molasses for a rich, delicious flavor and amazing health benefits.

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What is Blackstrap Molasses?

Blackstrap molasses is the last byproduct of sugar production after various rounds of cooking. During the boiling process, three different types of molasses are produced from the sugar cane. They are identified by their dark color and viscosity after each round of extraction. Regular molasses is produced during phases one and two of boiling. The products are light and dark molasses respectively.

Blackstrap molasses is produced during the final stage of boiling. This underutilized sweetener is the thickest, darkest in color and has the most nutritional value. When it comes to sugar products, blackstrap molasses has the lowest sugar content of any product.

Is Blackstrap Molasses Healthy?

Out of the three types of types, blackstrap molasses is the healthiest due to it’s nutrient content. Adversaries of blackstrap molasses only want to talk about the the fact that blackstrap molasses is a product of sugar cane production.

At the end of the day it is a type of sugar. Since there are 10 grams of sugar in every tablespoon, I understand why there would be some confusion. But, this is not just simple carbohydrates.

Nutritional Content of Blackstrap Molasses

Blackstrap molasses is a great source of iron. The iron content alone makes it worth a try in some of your healthy recipes. Just one tablespoon of blackstrap molasses gives you 20% of your daily value of iron. As a result, this a great option for those suffering with anemia.

It’s also packed with magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, potassium and vitamin b. The sticky sap is also has a high amount of antioxidants, contains no artificial preservatives and can easily be included in a plant-based diet or any other type of lifestyle.

Do I Have to Drink Molasses in the Milk to Get the Benefits?

The short answer is no. However, because of the carbohydrate content, I don’t recommend that you take the blackstrap molasses straight up. You can also drink it in a glass of water or a cup of milk if you prefer to make things more simple.

I use blackstrap molasses in recipes like apple einkorn cake for the sweetness and boost of the nutrition.

What are some of benefits of drinking molasses milk?

Everybody is different and, of course, you need to talk with your healthcare team before adding anything new to your regimen. Some of the purported benefits of drinking blackstrap molasses is the minimization of muscle contraction and abdominal pain. This makes blackstrap molasses a good option for people that have menstrual cramps or other muscle pains. Some individuals have also used blackstrap molasses to help with late or delayed menstrual cycles.

Some of the other benefits of drinking molasses milk are that it can help with constipation, benefit bone health and is extremely helpful in treating iron deficiency anemia. Just one tablespoon of blackstrap molasses contains 20% of the daily recommended value dietary iron. The bioavailability of that iron is a whopping 85%.

That’s huge!

Since blackstrap is also has b vitamins, it can be a good options for those who are fighting hair loss or that want to maintain healthy hair.

One tablespoon of molasses contains 10% of the daily recommended allowance of calcium. The mineral content makes it an option for people who want strong bones.

In addition, in the cooler months, many people like sipping on a cup of hot cocoa. Unfortunately, store bought hot chocolate is often times filled with unhealthy calories and ingredients like cane syrup, corn syrup and white sugar that don’t make it a healthy choice. Molasses milk is a healthy hot drink, that you can have anytime of year. If you prefer, you can also enjoy it cold.

Besides adding it a cup of hot milk, you can also try drizzling blackstrap molasses over homemade pumpkin ice cream or enjoying in a batch of molasses cookies.

Tools Needed

small saucepan
milk frother

Ingredients in Molasses Milk

Making molasses milk is pretty simple, You just need a few ingredients.

Blackstrap molasses
Unsweetened almond milk or macadamia nut milk (homemade or store bought). Note: You can also use slightly warmed raw milk as a nutritious swap)
Cinnamon (ground or stick)
Vanilla
Ground nutmeg

Unsulfurated Blackstrap Molasses

Only use unsulfurated blackstrap molasses which has less preservatives and, of course, is also beneficial if you have a sulfur allergy. Plus, the shelf life of molasses is pretty stable. So there is no need for added preservatives. Here’s a brand that I have used before.

Unsweetened Nut milk

Use almond milk, unsweetened coconut milk or macadamia nut milk. Try this recipe for unsweetened almond milk if you’d like to make your own.

Cinnamon Stick

Just one stick is fine or you can go with one teaspoon of ground cinnamon. If using a cinnamon stick, be sure to remove it from the pot before enjoying the molasses milk.

Vanilla

The contents of a 2-inch of vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract is needed for this recipe. Using a vanilla bean is not needed, but makes the vanilla flavor more intense. I went with vanilla bean this time because I wanted to feel extra fancy. I have also made this recipe using organic vanilla extract and either works.

Ground Nutmeg

Use good quality ground nutmeg.

How to Make the Best Molasses Milk

Put the milk, molasses, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla in a pot.
Gently whisk over medium-low to medium heat for five minutes.
That’s it! Enjoy.

Things You Can Add to Molasses Milk

As healthy as this beverage is by itself, some people like to go for extra credit. If that’s you, here’s how you can add more healthful nutrients to this drink. For those that want to go for extra credit, try adding a tablespoon of coconut oil to your molasses milk. Coconut oil is full of healthy fats that can help to improve cognition and improve metabolism.

Q&A

Does molasses have milk in it?

Does molasses have milk in it? No. Molasses is naturally dairy free and since this molasses milk recipe uses nut milk, it’s dairy free too.

Can you substitute maple syrup for blackstrap molasses?

Not in this case. To get the same level of nutritional benefits as mentioned in this post, unsulfurated blackstrap molasses is a key ingredient and should be used.

Enjoy with:

Caribbean Banana Bread

Einkorn Apple Cake

All Natural Maple Marshmallows

Paleo Carrot Muffins

Gluten Free Pumpkin Banana Muffins

Gluten Free Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Golden Chai Latte

Turmeric Ginger Lemon Shots

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