Description
Enjoy a cozy and flavorful Cherry Vanilla Tea Latte, combining robust black tea with creamy milk, sweet cherry and vanilla syrups, and a touch of honey for optional sweetness. Finished with a swirl of whipped cream, this homemade latte is perfect for a comforting treat any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup milk
Flavorings
- 1 tablespoon cherry syrup
- 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Tea
- 1 tea bag black tea
Toppings
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Water: Start by boiling 1 cup of water in a small saucepan or kettle until it reaches a rolling boil.
- Prepare Mug: Carefully pour the boiling water into a heat-resistant mug ready for steeping tea.
- Steep Tea: Place the black tea bag into the mug with the hot water and allow it to steep for 3 to 5 minutes depending on your preferred tea strength.
- Heat Milk: While the tea steeps, warm 1 cup of milk in a separate saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scalding or skin formation.
- Froth Milk: Once warm, whisk the milk gently to create a frothy texture without overheating it to maintain a smooth consistency.
- Remove Tea Bag: After steeping, remove and discard the tea bag from the mug.
- Combine Milk and Tea: Pour the warm, frothed milk into the mug with the steeped tea.
- Add Cherry Syrup: Stir in 1 tablespoon of cherry syrup gently to blend the fruity sweetness into the latte.
- Mix in Vanilla Syrup: Add 1 tablespoon of vanilla syrup and stir again to fully combine the flavors.
- Optional Sweetening: If desired, mix in 1 teaspoon of honey to enhance the sweetness of the latte.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Finish by adding a generous swirl of whipped cream on top for creaminess and indulgence.
- Serve: Serve your cherry vanilla tea latte immediately and enjoy the warm, delightful flavors.
Notes
- You can adjust the steeping time for a stronger or milder tea flavor.
- Use your choice of milk—dairy or plant-based—for a vegan-friendly option.
- Cherry and vanilla syrup quantities can be tweaked to match sweetness and flavor preferences.
- Whipped cream topping is optional but adds a luxurious touch.
- Honey is optional; you can substitute with other sweeteners or omit entirely.
