Orange Cinnamon Milk Tea
Warm up your day with a comforting cup of Orange Cinnamon Milk Tea, a delightful blend of flavors that’s perfect for any time of year.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 black tea bag (or 1 tsp loose-leaf black tea)
- Orange peel from ½ orange (save some for garnish)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 tsp brown sugar (or to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk (or your preferred milk)
- Orange peel twist or orange slice for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Orange Cinnamon Infusion: In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of water to a low boil. Add the orange peel and cinnamon stick. Simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Brew the Black Tea: Strain the orange cinnamon infusion into a cup. Add a black tea bag or loose leaf tea. Let it steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
- Sweeten and Flavor: While the tea is still hot, stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract. This ensures the sugar dissolves completely for a balanced flavor.
- Add Milk: Heat the milk in a separate saucepan until just warm (do not boil). Pour the hot milk into the tea mixture. For a frothy finish, consider frothing the milk before adding it to the tea.
- Garnish and Serve: Add a twist of orange peel or a slice of orange for garnish. Enjoy your warm, fragrant Orange Cinnamon Milk Tea!
Notes
Use fresh cinnamon sticks and real orange peel for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness to taste. Avoid boiling the milk to prevent curdling.