Description
Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea is the perfect cozy beverage to warm you up on chilly days or to enjoy as a comforting treat any time of year. This delightful drink combines creamy milk with aromatic vanilla and warming cinnamon, creating a soothing experience that feels like a hug in a cup. It’s easy to prepare and can be customized with your choice of milk and sweetener, making it an excellent option for gatherings or quiet moments alone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tablespoon of loose black tea (or 2 tea bags)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick (or ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon)
- 1 tablespoon of honey (or preferred sweetener)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until it is steaming but not boiling.
- Add loose black tea (or tea bags) and the cinnamon stick; steep for about 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea leaves or bags and cinnamon stick. Stir in vanilla extract and honey until dissolved.
- Pour into teacups or mugs, optionally sprinkling with ground nutmeg before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Heating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg