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Cozy Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea for Wrapped-Up Comfort

A comforting Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea that blends creamy vanilla and earthy cinnamon flavors. Perfect for any season.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 2 cups filtered water Use filtered water for the best flavor.
  • 1-2 teaspoons loose-leaf black tea or tea bags Adjust based on desired strength.
For the Flavor
  • 2 sticks cinnamon Fresh cinnamon sticks deliver exceptional warmth.
  • 1 bean vanilla Choose high-quality extract or plump vanilla beans.
  • 1 piece star anise (optional) Enhances flavor complexity; optional.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup milk Regular or substitute with almond, coconut, or oat milk for dairy-free option.
For Sweetness
  • to taste honey or sweetener Adjust to taste; start small to avoid overpowering.

Equipment

  • pot
  • fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Start by boiling 2 cups of filtered water in a small pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and add cinnamon sticks and vanilla. Let steep for about 10 minutes.
  3. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of black tea, steep for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Pour 1 cup of milk into another pot and warm it gently over low to medium heat.
  5. Strain the cinnamon and vanilla mixture into the warm milk.
  6. Add honey or sweetener gradually, stirring gently until dissolved.
  7. Pour the tea into your mug and enjoy hot or iced, optionally sprinkle ground cinnamon on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose fresh ingredients for the best flavor and avoid boiling the milk to maintain creaminess.

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