Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea is such a cozy and flavorful treat! It’s a blend of aromatic spices with the creaminess of milk and the sweetness of vanilla. Here’s a simple recipe to make this delightful drink at home:
Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose-leaf black tea like Assam or Ceylon)
- 1/2 cup milk (whole milk, almond milk, or any milk of your choice)
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)
- Ice (optional, for iced version)
Directions:
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Brew the Tea:
- In a small saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Once the water is boiling, add the tea bags or loose-leaf tea (you can use a tea infuser if you’re using loose leaves).
- Let the tea steep for about 4-5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea. The longer it steeps, the stronger and richer the flavor.
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Add Cinnamon and Sweetener:
- While the tea is brewing, stir in the ground cinnamon and your sweetener (honey or sugar). Adjust the sweetness to your preference.
- After the tea has finished steeping, remove the tea bags or tea leaves from the pan.
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Add Milk and Vanilla:
- Lower the heat to medium and add the milk to the tea. Stir to combine.
- Add the vanilla extract and stir again.
- Heat the milk tea mixture, but be careful not to let it boil. Stir occasionally until it reaches your desired temperature.
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Serve:
- Pour the vanilla cinnamon milk tea into your favorite mug. If you’d like an extra touch of cinnamon flavor, you can garnish with a cinnamon stick or a pinch of ground cinnamon on top.
- For an iced version, let the tea cool slightly and pour it over ice.
Tips:
- Tea Strength: Adjust the steeping time for stronger or milder tea. You can also use a flavored black tea, like chai, for extra spice and complexity.
- Non-Dairy Options: If you’re using a non-dairy milk like oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk, you may need to adjust the sweetness since some of these milk alternatives can be naturally sweetened.
- Extra Spices: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for even more spice if you like!
- Iced Version: This tea is fantastic over ice, especially in the warmer months. If you prefer it iced, just let it cool after heating or brew it ahead and store it in the fridge.
This creamy, spiced tea is the perfect balance of comforting and aromatic, with just the right amount of sweetness and spice! Perfect for a cozy afternoon or to serve to guests. Would you like to explore any other flavor combinations with this recipe?