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Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea

Cozy Up with Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea Bliss

Enjoy the warm flavors of Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea, a cozy beverage perfect for relaxation and comfort during chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Water Essential for infusion and extracting flavors; no substitutions.
  • 4 sticks Cinnamon Sticks Provides aromatic warmth; fresh sticks yield best results.
  • 4 pieces Vanilla Beans, split and scraped Adds rich sweetness; high-quality extract works beautifully as a substitute.
  • 2 pieces Star Anise Optional, offers additional spice complexity.
For the Tea
  • 4 tsp Black Tea Gives depth and body; feel free to experiment with different blends.
For the Creaminess
  • 2 cups Milk Substitute almond, coconut, or oat milk for dairy-free options.
For Sweetening
  • Honey or Sweetener To taste; adjust according to preference.

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot
  • saucepan
  • fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring 2 cups of water to a vigorous boil in a medium-sized pot over high heat.
  2. Add cinnamon sticks and split vanilla beans (or vanilla extract) to the boiling water.
  3. If using star anise, add it now. Turn off the heat and cover the pot to steep for about 10 minutes.
  4. Add loose-leaf black tea or tea bags to the mixture and steep for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  5. In a separate saucepan, gently heat 2 cups of milk over medium-low heat until steaming.
  6. Strain the cinnamon and vanilla infusion through a fine mesh sieve into the pot with warm milk.
  7. Add honey or your preferred sweetener to taste and stir to incorporate.
  8. Serve hot in your favorite mug, or let it cool and add ice for a refreshing twist.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality spices for the best flavor and adjust steeping times as necessary for preferred strength.

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