Description
This Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea is a warm, comforting beverage that combines the robust flavor of black tea with the sweet aroma of vanilla and the spicy warmth of cinnamon. Perfect for a cozy morning or an afternoon pick-me-up, this easy-to-make drink can be customized with your choice of dairy or non-dairy milk and sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 2 black tea bags (or 2 teaspoons loose leaf black tea)
- 1 1/2 cups water
Milk Mixture
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish (Optional)
- Cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Boil the Water and Brew Tea: In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the black tea bags or loose leaf tea and let it steep for 4 to 5 minutes to extract rich flavor.
- Remove Tea Leaves: Remove the tea bags or strain out the loose leaf tea to prevent over-brewing and bitterness.
- Add Milk and Sweeteners: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the milk, honey or maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Whisk gently to combine all ingredients fully.
- Heat Without Boiling: Warm the mixture until heated through but do not let it boil to preserve the creaminess and flavor.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the milk tea into mugs and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a cinnamon stick or a light sprinkle of cinnamon on top for added aroma and visual appeal.
Notes
- For a frothier drink, whisk vigorously or use a milk frother just before serving.
- You can also serve it over ice for a refreshing iced version.
- Adjust the sweetness and cinnamon level to your preference.
- Using full-fat milk will create a richer flavor, but any milk type works well.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg