Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea – Warm & Cozy Recipe
Indulge in a cup of Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea, a heartwarming beverage that perfectly blends the flavors of creamy milk, aromatic vanilla, and warming cinnamon. This soothing drink is not only quick and easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Ideal for chilly evenings or as a delightful treat at any time of day, this cozy beverage can be made with either dairy or plant-based milk, making it versatile for everyone. Gather your loved ones and share this comforting drink during your next gathering, or enjoy it solo while unwinding after a long day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2 cups 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Heating
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups 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 agave/maple syrup)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat without boiling.
- Once warm, add the black tea and cinnamon stick (or ground cinnamon), stirring gently.
- Steep for 5-7 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Remove from heat, strain if using loose tea, then stir in vanilla extract and honey until dissolved.
- Serve warm in mugs and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg