Description
A cozy vanilla cinnamon milk tea made with creamy milk, warming cinnamon, and smooth black tea. This comforting drink comes together in just 10 minutes and is easy to customize to your taste.
Ingredients
2 cups whole milk (or milk of choice)
1 tablespoon black tea leaves or 2 black tea bags
1 cinnamon stick or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pour the milk into a small saucepan and add the cinnamon stick or ground cinnamon. Heat gently over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- When the milk begins to steam but is not boiling, add the black tea leaves or tea bags. Lower the heat and simmer for 4–5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the maple syrup or honey and the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Strain the milk tea into mugs if using loose tea or a cinnamon stick. Serve warm.
Notes
Do not let the milk boil to keep the texture smooth.
Adjust sweetness and steeping time to taste.
Use decaffeinated or rooibos tea for a caffeine-free version.
Dairy-free milks work well for a vegan-friendly option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
