Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea
Indulge in the delightful experience of Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea, a refreshing blend that combines the fragrant notes of Earl Grey tea with sweet, juicy cherries and creamy milk. This versatile drink can be enjoyed hot for a cozy afternoon or iced for a refreshing summer treat. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can create a beverage that not only warms your soul but also captivates your taste buds. Perfect for a quiet moment of self-care or as an elegant addition to your next gathering, this Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Beverage
Ingredients
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- 1 Earl Grey tea bag (or 1 tsp loose leaf Earl Grey tea)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 4–5 fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 1–2 tsp vanilla syrup
- Optional: 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, simmer the pitted cherries with about 2 tablespoons of water on low heat for 3-5 minutes until softened. Gently mash the cherries to release their juices.
- Boil 1 cup of water and steep the Earl Grey tea bag or loose leaf tea for 3-5 minutes. Remove the tea bag or strain out the leaves.
- Combine the warm milk with the cherry mixture in the saucepan and heat gently while stirring. Add an optional cinnamon stick for flavor.
- Stir in vanilla syrup to sweeten according to taste.
- Pour the brewed Earl Grey tea into a mug, then strain the cherry and milk mixture over it, pressing on the cherries to extract all their juice.
- Serve hot or allow to cool slightly before pouring over ice for an iced version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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