Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea
Indulge in a warm and comforting homemade vanilla cinnamon milk tea that’s perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings. This delightful drink brings together the rich flavors of black tea, creamy milk, and aromatic spices, creating an irresistible treat everyone will love. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can whip up this soothing beverage anytime you crave a pick-me-up. Customize it to your liking by adjusting the sweetness or experimenting with different types of milk. Grab your favorite mug and let the warm, inviting aroma fill your kitchen as you enjoy each sip of this cozy delight.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tablespoon loose black tea (or 2 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 small saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming but not boiling.
- Add the loose black tea (or tea bags) and cinnamon stick to the warm milk. Stir gently and let steep for about 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags or strain out the loose tea, then stir in the vanilla extract and honey to taste.
- Pour into your favorite mug, sprinkle with nutmeg if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg