Description
This Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea is a cozy and flavorful beverage perfect for sipping hot or iced. It combines bold black tea with creamy milk, fragrant vanilla extract, warm cinnamon, and a touch of honey for sweetness. Easy to make in minutes, this comforting drink offers a delightful balance of spices and creamy texture, ideal for relaxing any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 1 black tea bag (or 1 tablespoon loose leaf black tea)
- 1/2 cup water
Milk Mixture
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond or oat milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1-2 tablespoons honey or sweetener of choice (adjust to taste)
Additional
- Ice (for iced tea)
- Sprinkle of cinnamon or cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Water: Boil 1/2 cup of water in a small saucepan or kettle to prepare for steeping the tea.
- Steep Tea: Place the black tea bag into the hot water and steep for 3-5 minutes depending on your preferred tea strength.
- Heat Milk: While the tea steeps, heat the milk in a separate saucepan over medium heat, taking care not to bring it to a boil.
- Add Flavors: Stir in vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and honey into the milk until well combined and heated through.
- Combine Tea and Milk: Remove the tea bag from the steeped tea and pour the tea into your favorite cup, then gently pour the warm spiced milk into the tea and stir.
- Prepare Iced Version: To make iced tea, allow the tea to cool to room temperature then pour over ice cubes and stir well.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a cinnamon stick for added aroma and visual appeal.
- Enjoy: Sip and relax with your homemade vanilla cinnamon milk tea, served hot or iced as desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the black tea with chai or green tea for a different flavor profile.
- Adjust the honey or sweetener quantity to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based milk like almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Heating the milk gently prevents it from curdling or boiling over.
- Steep the tea longer for a stronger, more robust flavor.
- Store any leftover tea and milk separately and combine fresh before serving for best taste.
