Vanilla Bean Tea Latte
Cozy up with the comforting warmth of a homemade Vanilla Bean Tea Latte, a delightful fusion of rich black tea, creamy steamed milk, and the fragrant sweetness of real vanilla bean. This easy recipe captures the essence of a café-style latte in just 15 minutes, offering the perfect balance of aromatic vanilla and robust tea. A touch of honey or your favorite sweetener enhances its natural flavors, while a sprinkle of ground cinnamon adds a subtle, spicy twist. Whether you're using dairy milk or a plant-based alternative, this latte is a versatile indulgence ideal for chilly mornings or relaxing evenings. Serve it steaming hot with a frothy finish for an irresistibly smooth and luxurious sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pod Vanilla bean
- 1 tsp Black tea leaves (or 1 tea bag)
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tbsp Honey or sweetener of choice
- 0.25 tsp Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Slice the vanilla bean pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds using the back of a knife.
In a small saucepan, bring the water to a gentle boil over medium heat. Add the black tea leaves (or tea bag) and the scraped vanilla bean seeds and pod.
Reduce the heat to low and let the tea simmer for about 3-5 minutes to infuse the flavors. Remove the tea from heat and strain if using loose tea leaves.
In another small saucepan or using a milk frother, gently heat the milk over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling. Optionally, froth the milk using a handheld frother or a whisk for a creamy texture.
Sweeten the strained tea with honey or your preferred sweetener, stirring until fully dissolved.
Pour the tea into a mug, then top it with the steamed milk, holding back the foam with a spoon if desired.
Garnish with a light sprinkle of ground cinnamon for a hint of spice, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your homemade Vanilla Bean Tea Latte!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.0 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 328 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 434 mg | 9% | |
*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.
