Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth and aromatic flavors of Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea. This delightful beverage combines the richness of black tea with the sweetness of vanilla, a hint of cinnamon, and a touch of honey for a cozy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Black Tea:
- 2 black tea bags (or 2 teaspoons loose black tea)
Water:
- 1 cup
Milk:
- 1/2 cup (dairy or non-dairy)
Sweetener:
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
Spices:
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish:
- Cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Water: In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
- Steep Tea: Remove from heat and steep the black tea bags in the hot water for 3–5 minutes. Remove the tea bags.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in the milk, honey (or maple syrup), ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Warm Mixture: Return the saucepan to low heat and warm the mixture until hot, without boiling. Whisk gently to combine and froth slightly.
- Serve: Pour into a mug and garnish with a cinnamon stick if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use chai tea for a spicier variation.
- Oat milk or almond milk both work well for a dairy-free option.
- Adjust sweetness to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
