Description
A soothing and colorful tea made with butterfly pea flower, warm milk, and a hint of cinnamon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon butterfly pea tea (loose or in a teabag)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon honey (or to taste)
- Optional: pinch of ground cardamom, 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract, pinch of ground nutmeg, squeeze of lemon or lime, splash of brewed chamomile or lavender infusion
Instructions
- Measure 1 cup of your chosen milk and pour it into a small pot.
- Warm the milk gently over medium-low heat until it is warm (140–160°F / 60–70°C).
- Add 1 teaspoon of butterfly pea tea.
- Steep the tea in the milk for 3–5 minutes to allow the color and flavor to develop.
- Remove the teabag or tea infuser, and strain if needed.
- Stir in 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of honey, adjusting sweetness to taste.
- For a frothy texture, use a milk frother or whisk to create foam.
- Pour into a mug and enjoy. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top and add edible flowers or a lemon twist for decoration.
Notes
Freshly made Moon Milk Tea is best enjoyed immediately. Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours if necessary.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: moon milk tea, butterfly pea tea, herbal tea, soothing beverage, warm drink