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Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea

Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea
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Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea is the ultimate cozy beverage, perfect for any time of year. With a delightful blend of aromatic vanilla and warm cinnamon, this soothing drink can be enjoyed steaming hot for comfort on chilly evenings or poured over ice for a refreshing summer treat. Its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation make it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced tea lovers alike. Customize the sweetness and spice to your liking, and enjoy this healthy indulgence that rivals sugary alternatives without compromising flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Water
  • 4 Cinnamon sticks (or 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon)
  • 4 Vanilla beans, split and scraped (or 4 teaspoons vanilla extract)
  • 2 Star anises (optional)
  • 2 cups Milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 4 tsp Loose-leaf black tea or 4 black tea bags (optional)
  • Honey or other sweetener of choice (sugar or a sugar substitute)

Instructions

  1. Bring water to a boil in a small pot.
  2. Add cinnamon sticks and vanilla beans to the pot; cover and turn off the heat. If using ground cinnamon and vanilla extract, add them directly.
  3. Let the ingredients steep in hot water for about 10 minutes.
  4. If you prefer black tea in your milk tea, add it now and brew for an additional 3-5 minutes based on your desired strength.
  5. In a separate pot, heat the milk until warm but not boiling.
  6. Pour the cinnamon-vanilla infusion through a strainer into the warm milk to combine both mixtures.
  7. Add your choice of sweetener and stir well to incorporate everything.
  8. Enjoy your Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea hot or let it cool before serving over ice.

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