Description
Sweet Cinnamon Milk Tea is a cozy and comforting beverage featuring black tea infused with warm cinnamon sticks, blended with creamy milk, and sweetened naturally with maple syrup. This simple, flavorful drink is perfect for sipping on chilly days or whenever you crave a soothing tea latte with a hint of spice and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 2 cups water
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 3 black tea bags (or 1 tbsp loose-leaf black tea)
Milk Mixture
- 1½ cups milk (2% or whole milk recommended)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Boil Water with Cinnamon: In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water and 3 cinnamon sticks to a boil over medium heat. This will infuse the water with the warm, aromatic flavor of cinnamon.
- Steep the Tea: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately add 3 black tea bags (or 1 tablespoon of loose-leaf black tea). Cover the pan to trap the heat and let the tea steep for 7 minutes to extract rich tea flavor blended with cinnamon. After steeping, remove and discard the tea bags and cinnamon sticks.
- Warm the Milk: While the tea is steeping, gently warm 1.5 cups of milk in a separate pan over low heat or in the microwave until hot but not boiling. Warming the milk helps to maintain the heat of the final drink and enhances its creamy texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the steeped tea to add natural sweetness and depth of flavor. Then pour in the warmed milk and stir gently to blend all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Serve & Enjoy: Pour the sweet cinnamon milk tea into cups and serve immediately. For an elegant touch, garnish with a cinnamon stick or sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon on top if desired.
Notes
- Chai-Inspired: Add a pinch of nutmeg, cardamom, or cloves for extra warming spices to elevate the flavor profile.
- Dairy-Free: Substitute dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk for a plant-based version.
- Iced Version: Allow the tea to cool completely, then serve over ice for a refreshing cold beverage.
- Extra Frothy: Use a milk frother to create a creamy, café-style froth for a luxurious texture.
