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Creamy Cinnamon Vanilla Rooibos Tea Latte

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A cozy, caffeine-free latte blending rooibos tea with warm cinnamon and smooth vanilla, perfect for unwinding any time of day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons rooibos tea leaves or 2 rooibos tea bags
  • 1 cup (240 ml) freshly boiled water
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole milk preferred, almond or oat milk works well too)
  • 1 medium cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh water to a rolling boil (about 3-4 minutes).
  2. Place rooibos tea leaves or bags in a teapot or heatproof mug. Pour boiling water over and steep for 5-7 minutes. Remove tea leaves or bags.
  3. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of milk into a small saucepan. Add the cinnamon stick and gently heat on medium-low, simmering for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to avoid skin forming. Heat to about 140°F (60°C), warm but not boiling.
  4. Remove the cinnamon stick, then stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  5. Add 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup to the warm milk and stir until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  6. Froth the milk using a handheld frother or whisk until light and foamy, about 30 seconds. Alternatively, shake milk vigorously in a sealed jar or whisk rapidly.
  7. Pour the rooibos tea into a mug, then gently add the frothed milk, spooning foam on top.
  8. Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon on top for garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

If you don’t have a cinnamon stick, substitute with 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon but the stick provides better flavor. Heat milk gently to avoid burning or curdling. Froth milk by shaking in a jar if no frother is available. Rooibos tea can be brewed ahead and refrigerated up to 48 hours, but milk froth is best fresh. Adjust sweetness and milk type to your preference.

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Keywords: rooibos tea latte, cinnamon vanilla latte, caffeine-free latte, cozy drink, homemade latte, dairy-free latte option, warm beverage

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