Anise Milk Anijsmelk
Cozy up with the soothing warmth of traditional Anise Milk, or "Anijsmelk," a beloved Dutch beverage that’s as comforting as it is aromatic. This easy-to-make recipe combines the rich creaminess of whole milk with the delicate, licorice-like flavor of anise seeds, gently sweetened with sugar and optionally enhanced with ground anise or a splash of vanilla extract for extra depth. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a nighttime treat, this delightful drink is infused over gentle heat to preserve its subtle flavors, then strained for a perfectly smooth finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, Anijsmelk offers a nostalgic taste of Dutch comfort and pairs wonderfully with a cozy blanket and a good book. Try this classic recipe and discover why it has been a cherished tradition for generations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml whole milk
- 2 teaspoons anise seeds
- 0.5 teaspoons ground anise (optional for stronger flavor)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Pour the whole milk into a medium saucepan and place it over medium-low heat.
Add the anise seeds to the milk and stir gently.
Allow the mixture to slowly heat up, stirring occasionally to prevent the milk from scorching. Do not let it come to a boil.
After 5-6 minutes of heating, add the sugar and optional ground anise for a stronger flavor. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Continue to heat for another 2 minutes, allowing the anise seeds to infuse their flavor into the milk.
Optional: Stir in the vanilla extract for additional depth of flavor.
Strain the milk through a fine mesh strainer into mugs to remove the anise seeds.
Serve warm and enjoy your aromatic Anijsmelk!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.5 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 198 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 671 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 850 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
