Description
A creamy, aromatic beverage that brings warmth and nostalgia, perfect for chilly days and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons loose black tea or 2 black tea bags
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey (to taste)
- A pinch of salt
- Optional: spices like cinnamon or cardamom for an aromatic touch
Instructions
- Bring 2 cups of water to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan.
- Add the loose black tea or tea bags to steep for about 5 minutes.
- Slice open the vanilla bean and scrape out the seeds.
- Add the milk and vanilla seeds or vanilla extract to the steeped tea.
- Stir in the sugar or honey along with a pinch of salt. Adjust sweetness and add spices if desired.
- Strain the liquid into cups, discarding tea leaves or removing tea bags. Enjoy warm.
Notes
Leftover tea can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and add fresh milk before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg