Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea, a cozy, aromatic delight perfect for any season. This delightful drink combines the rich creaminess of milk with the sweet scent of vanilla and the warming spice of cinnamon. Whether enjoyed hot on a chilly evening or served iced on a warm day, this versatile beverage is bound to please your senses. It’s easy to prepare with simple ingredients and offers endless customization options, making it a staple in every home. Elevate your tea time experience with Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea and savor its soothing qualities throughout the year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 4 cinnamon sticks (or 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon)
- 4 vanilla beans (split and scraped) or 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 star anises (optional)
- Honey or sweetener of choice
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a small pot.
- Add cinnamon sticks and vanilla beans; cover and steep for about 10 minutes. If using ground cinnamon and vanilla extract, add directly without steeping.
- For a tea base, add loose-leaf black tea or tea bags and brew for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- In another pot, heat milk until steaming but not boiling.
- Strain the cinnamon-vanilla infusion into the warm milk pot and stir to combine.
- Sweeten to taste with honey or your preferred sweetener.
- Serve hot in mugs or over ice in tall glasses for a refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing/Heating
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg