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Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea

Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea for Cozy Moments

This Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea is a comforting drink perfect for cozy moments, blending rich cinnamon with warm vanilla for a delightful experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Beverage
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Milk Base
  • 1-2 cups Milk Choose dairy or plant-based for a creamy texture.
  • 2 cups Water Essential for brewing and extracting flavors.
For the Flavor Infusion
  • 1-2 sticks Cinnamon Sticks Adds warmth; opt for high-quality sticks for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Quick substitute for cinnamon sticks.
  • 1 whole Vanilla Bean Use for richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For convenience.
For the Tea
  • 1-2 teaspoons Black Tea Adds depth and caffeine.
For Sweetening
  • to taste Sweetener Honey, sugar, or alternative sweeteners.
Optional Flavor Enhancer
  • to taste Anise Adds unique complexity.

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot
  • Saucepan
  • Strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea
  1. Boil 2 cups of water in a medium-sized pot over high heat.
  2. Once boiling, remove from heat and add 1-2 cinnamon sticks and a split vanilla bean or a teaspoon of vanilla extract. Cover and steep for 10 minutes.
  3. Add 1-2 teaspoons of black tea to the infusion, return to medium heat, and steep for another 3-5 minutes.
  4. In another saucepan, gently warm 1-2 cups of milk over low to medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  5. Strain the cinnamon-vanilla mixture into the warm milk, blending well.
  6. Add sweetener to taste, stirring until dissolved.
  7. Serve hot or let it cool and refrigerate for iced tea.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness as needed after combining milk and tea to avoid over-sweetening. Store brewed tea in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the refrigerator.

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