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Homemade Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea

A warm, creamy milk tea infused with real vanilla and cinnamon for a cozy homemade drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: International
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tsp black tea leaves or 2 tea bags
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tsp honey or sugar to taste

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Measuring cups
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Bring water to a gentle boil in a saucepan.
  2. Add black tea and cinnamon stick. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
  3. Pour in milk and gently heat without boiling.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and sweetener.
  5. Strain into mugs and serve warm.

Notes

Adjust sweetness and milk ratio to taste.