Vanilla Cinnamon Drink (Print-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Sweetener
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Add honey, regular sugar, or your go-to substitute depending on how sweet you want it
→ Tea
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Toss in 4 teaspoons loose leaf black tea or just throw in 4 bags if you want
→ Flavorings
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Stick 4 vanilla beans, split and scraped, or pour in 4 teaspoons of vanilla extract
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Drop in 4 cinnamon sticks or use 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon instead
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If you’re feeling fancy, add 2 star anises (totally up to you)
→ Liquid Base
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Pour in 2 cups of milk—you pick if it’s dairy or plant-based
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Add 2 cups of water
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Mix in any sweetener you like. Enjoy hot in mugs, or let it cool first and serve it over some ice.
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Strain all your cinnamon vanilla flavor into the warm milk, then give it a real good stir.
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Gently warm up the milk in a separate saucepan. Don’t let it come to a boil, just get it nice and steamy.
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If you’re using black tea, pop it into the hot mixture and let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes depending on how strong you like it.
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Cover and set aside, and let the mixture sit in hot water about 10 minutes so it soaks up all those flavors.
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Put your cinnamon sticks and vanilla beans in the pot, turn the stove off, cover it up, and let it chill. If you’re using ground cinnamon and vanilla extract, just toss them in—no need to wait. Want more oomph? Star anise can join the party.
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In a small saucepan, bring the water up to a lively bubble.
# Helpful Notes:
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If you’re after big aroma, stick with whole spices and beans. For deeper flavor, just let everything sit a bit longer.