Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Tea (Printable Format)
A comforting blend of vanilla and cinnamon infused milk tea that can be enjoyed hot or cold. Customizable with your choice of milk and sweetener.
# What You'll Gather:
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2 cups water.
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2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based).
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4 cinnamon sticks (or 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon).
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4 vanilla beans, split and scraped (or 4 teaspoons vanilla extract).
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2 star anise (optional).
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4 teaspoons loose black tea or 4 tea bags (optional).
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Honey or sweetener to taste.
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Bring water to a boil in a pot.
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Add cinnamon, vanilla and star anise if using. Cover and turn off heat. Skip steeping time if using ground spices.
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Let spices steep 10 minutes. If using tea, add and steep 3-5 minutes more.
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Heat milk in separate pot until warm but not boiling.
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Strain spiced water into warm milk. Add sweetener and stir.
# Important Tips:
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Can be served hot or over ice.
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Works with any type of milk.
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Tea is optional but adds nice flavor.