Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea – Warm & Cozy Recipe
Warm up your chilly evenings with a comforting cup of Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea. This delightful beverage combines the rich flavors of black tea, sweet vanilla, and aromatic cinnamon to create a soothing drink that’s perfect for unwinding after a long day. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet moment to yourself, this milk tea is sure to wrap you in a cozy embrace. Easy to make and fully customizable, you can adjust the sweetness or explore various milk options to suit your taste. With its warm aroma and creamy texture, this drink will quickly become your go-to for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups of milk (dairy or plant-based like almond, oat, or soy)
- 1 tablespoon loose black tea or 2 black tea bags
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick or ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey or preferred sweetener
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
- Add the loose black tea or tea bags to the hot milk and steep for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon stick (or ground cinnamon), and honey until combined.
- Remove from heat and strain out the tea leaves or bags if needed. Pour into mugs.
- Garnish with ground nutmeg if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 92mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg