Description
Warm up with a comforting cup of Apple Cinnamon Tea, a delightful blend of fruity sweetness and spicy warmth. This easy-to-make beverage is perfect for chilly days or as a refreshing iced drink in warmer weather.
Ingredients
Water:
4 cups;
Apples:
2 medium, cored and sliced;
Cinnamon Sticks:
2;
Tea Bags:
2–3 black tea bags (or herbal if preferred);
Honey:
2 tablespoons (or to taste);
Lemon Juice:
1 teaspoon (optional)
Instructions
- Boil: In a medium saucepan, bring water, apple slices, and cinnamon sticks to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Steep: Remove from heat, add tea bags, and steep for 3–5 minutes.
- Finish: Discard tea bags and cinnamon sticks. Stir in honey and lemon juice. Strain into mugs and serve warm or over ice.
Notes
- For a stronger apple flavor, simmer apples and cinnamon longer before adding tea.
- Apple juice can be used instead of some water for a sweeter taste.
- Pair this tea with oatmeal cookies or scones for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
