Description
This homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea is a perfect blend of aromatic vanilla and warm cinnamon with your choice of milk! It’s a comforting recipe that can be enjoyed hot for a cozy treat or served iced for a refreshing twist.
Ingredients
1 cup Water
1/2 cup Milk dairy or plant-based
1 Cinnamon stick or 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon
1 Vanilla bean, split and scraped or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 Black tea bag or 1 tsp loose-leaf black tea optional
1 tsp Sugar, honey, or other sweetener of choice
1 Star anise optional
Instructions
1. Boil Water: In a small pot, bring 1 cup of water to a low boil.
2. Add Cinnamon & Vanilla: Add a cinnamon stick and vanilla bean in the pot, turn the heat to low, and cover with a lid.
3. Steep: Let the ingredients steep in simmering hot water for about 10 minutes.
4. Add Black Tea and Sweetener (optional): Strain the vanilla cinnamon infusion into a cup and add a black tea bag. Brew for 3-5 minutes. Stir in sweetener if using.
5. Heat Milk and Combine: In a separate container, gently heat the milk until it is warm but not boiling. Froth if desired, then pour into the cup.
6. Serve & Enjoy: Sprinkle cinnamon or garnish with star anise.
Notes
Serve hot for comfort or over ice for a refreshing drink.
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Universal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1