Buttercream Tea
Indulge in the cozy decadence of Buttercream Tea, a luxurious twist on your traditional black tea that’s as soothing as it is delightful. This creamy brew combines robust black tea with velvety heavy cream, melted butter, and a dash of vanilla for a buttery richness that feels like a warm hug in a cup. Lightly sweetened with sugar and balanced with a pinch of salt, this tea offers the perfect harmony of sweetness and depth. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an effortlessly comforting drink for any time of day. Whether you’re unwinding with a book or impressing guests with something unique, this Buttercream Tea is sure to become your new favorite treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves (or 2 black tea bags)
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan or kettle.
Add 2 teaspoons of black tea leaves (or 2 black tea bags) to the boiling water and steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
While the tea is steeping, combine 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter, 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar (or sweetener of choice), and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan over low heat.
Stir the mixture gently until the butter is melted and all ingredients are well combined. Be careful not to let the cream boil.
Strain the tea into mugs to remove the tea leaves (if using loose-leaf tea).
Evenly divide the buttercream mixture between the mugs and stir well to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your rich and creamy Buttercream Tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
183 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 1 mg | 0% | |
*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.
