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Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea

Cozy Up with Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea for Pure Comfort

Enjoy the delightful warmth of Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea, a comforting drink perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 2 cups Water Use filtered water for the best flavor extraction.
  • 4 sticks Cinnamon Fresh sticks offer a richer flavor.
  • 4 pieces Vanilla beans Split and scraped; or use 4 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  • 2 pieces Star anise Optional; adds a unique licorice flavor.
  • 4 teaspoons Loose-leaf black tea Or 4 black tea bags; adjust based on tea strength.
For the Creamy Goodness
  • 2 cups Milk Use regular or dairy-free alternatives.
For Sweetness
  • Honey or sweetener to taste Customize sweetness with honey, maple syrup, or agave.

Equipment

  • small pot
  • fine-mesh sieve
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Water: Heat 2 cups of filtered water in a small pot over medium-high heat until it comes to a vigorous boil, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add Cinnamon and Vanilla: Once boiling, add 4 sticks of cinnamon and the scraped insides of 4 vanilla beans (or extract). Cover and steep for about 10 minutes.
  3. Brew the Black Tea: Stir in 4 teaspoons of loose-leaf black tea (or tea bags) and steep for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Heat the Milk: Warm 2 cups of milk in a separate saucepan over medium heat until steaming, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Strain and Combine: Strain the tea mixture into another pot, discarding solids, then pour into the warm milk.
  6. Sweeten to Taste: Add honey or sweetener to the tea and stir gently to dissolve.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Pour into mugs and enjoy hot, or let cool to serve iced.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea is a comforting hug in a cup, perfect for warming you up as the cool nights settle in!

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