Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea for Cozy Moments

Enjoy a soothing Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea that blends warmth and flavor, perfect for any cozy moment.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Steeping Time 10

Total Time 35

Servings: 2 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Beverage

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Brew

2 ounces Water Acts as the base liquid for brewing.
2 bags Black Tea Main component; can be substituted with green tea or rooibos.

For the Flavor

1 stick Cinnamon Stick Infuses warmth and spice; organic is best.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can be used instead of sticks.
1 bean Vanilla Bean Adds rich flavor; use extract for convenience.
Vanilla Extract Optional substitute for vanilla beans.
1 piece Star Anise Optional for aromatic undertone.

For the Creaminess

1 cup Milk Dairy or plant-based for creaminess.

For Sweetness

1 tablespoon Sweetener Honey or sugar; adjust to taste.

Equipment

Small pot
Saucepan
Strainer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Boil Water: Bring 2 ounces of water to a boil in a small pot over medium heat.
Infuse Flavors: Add ground cinnamon or cinnamon sticks and vanilla into boiling water. Cover and steep for 10 minutes.
Steep Tea: Add black tea to the infusion and let it steep for 3 to 5 minutes.
Heat Milk: Gently warm the milk in a separate saucepan until steaming, about 150°F (65°C).
Combine: Strain the infusion into the warmed milk, discarding solids.
Sweeten: Stir in your desired sweetener until completely dissolved.
Serve Hot/Iced: Pour into a mug for hot tea or cool for iced tea, serving over ice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use organic cinnamon and high-quality vanilla for the best flavor. Adjust the steeping time to your preference.

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