Walnut Free Cinnamon-Apple Peppermint Tea
This warming mug is the kind of drink that makes you want to curl up under a blanket and do absolutely nothing productive. Fresh apple slices and a Ceylon cinnamon stick simmer together until the water turns a soft, golden amber, then bright peppermint leaves steep in to add a cool, refreshing lift that balances the spice beautifully. A touch of honey at the end rounds everything out without overpowering the natural sweetness already coming from the fruit. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and clean — no blends, no extracts, no mystery additives that might sneak in unwanted allergens. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, herbal teas and spiced drinks can sometimes feel like a minefield of shared-facility warnings, but brewing your own from whole ingredients like these puts you completely in control. The garnish of a thin apple slice and a fresh peppermint sprig makes it feel genuinely special, whether you're serving it to guests or just treating yourself on a slow morning.
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2 servings
- 2 ½ cups water
- 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced (any sweet variety such as fuji or honeycrisp)
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ cup fresh peppermint leaves, loosely packed
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
For serving
- 2 thin apple slices, for garnish (optional)
- 2 small fresh peppermint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, sliced apple, Ceylon cinnamon stick, and ground ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the liquid is lightly golden and fragrant.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the fresh peppermint leaves, pressing them gently into the liquid, and steep for 5 minutes.
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