London Fog from Scratch
Cozy up with this homemade London Fog from scratch, the perfect blend of rich Earl Grey tea, creamy steamed milk, and a hint of vanilla sweetness. This comforting tea latte comes together in just 15 minutes, featuring a luxurious frothy finish and an optional twist of dried lavender for a subtle floral aroma. Whether you’re seeking a warm morning pick-me-up or a soothing evening treat, this recipe delivers café-quality flavor with simple pantry staples. Indulge in this velvety tea-based drink, perfect for relaxing moments and rainy days alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon or bag Earl Grey tea leaves (loose leaf or 1 tea bag)
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Whole milk (or milk of choice)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Optional: Dried lavender (for a floral twist)
Instructions
Start by making the tea base. Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan or kettle.
Add the Earl Grey tea leaves or tea bag to the boiling water. If you’re using loose leaf tea, place it in a tea infuser for easy removal later.
If using dried lavender, add it to the water along with the tea. Stir lightly.
Let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on the strength you prefer. Then, remove the tea bag or strain out the tea leaves and lavender.
In another small saucepan, combine the milk and granulated sugar over medium heat.
Heat the milk until it is steaming but not boiling, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Do not let it scorch.
Once the milk is heated, add the vanilla extract and mix well.
For a frothy texture, use a milk frother, immersion blender, or whisk to create foam in the heated milk.
Pour the steeped Earl Grey tea into a mug, filling it about halfway.
Gently pour the steamed milk over the tea, holding back the foam with a spoon. Then, spoon the foam on top of the latte.
Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of dried lavender or a light dusting of cinnamon for extra flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade London Fog latte!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
203 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 105 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 327 mg | 7% | |
*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.
