Hot Apple Tea
Warm up your senses with this comforting Hot Apple Tea, a perfect seasonal drink brimming with cozy fall flavors. Made from fresh, naturally sweet apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp, this homemade tea combines the rich aroma of black tea with the warmth of cinnamon, cloves, and a touch of honey or brown sugar for just the right amount of sweetness. A splash of lemon juice adds a bright, zesty note, complementing the blend beautifully. Ready in just 30 minutes, this fragrant beverage is ideal for chilly evenings or holiday gatherings. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with star anise for an elegant touch. Whether you’re looking for a caffeine pick-me-up or a soothing drink to unwind with, this Hot Apple Tea is sure to become your go-to recipe for seasonal bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Fresh apples (any sweet variety like Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 4 cups Water
- 2 bags Black tea bags
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 3 pieces Cloves
- 2 tablespoons Honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 piece Optional: Star anise for garnish
Instructions
Wash the apples thoroughly. Core them and slice them into thin wedges (no need to peel).
In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced apples, water, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the apples to infuse their flavor into the water.
Add the black tea bags to the saucepan and continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Stir gently to help the tea infuse into the liquid.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove the apple slices, spices, and tea bags. Discard the solids.
Stir in the honey or brown sugar and lemon juice until fully dissolved.
Pour the hot apple tea into mugs. Optionally, garnish with a star anise for a decorative touch and an extra layer of flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your soothing hot apple tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 505 mg | 11% | |
*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.
