AIP Friendly Cinnamon Apple Tea
Warm, fragrant, and genuinely soothing, this simmered tea is the kind of drink that makes a slow morning feel intentional. Fresh apple slices, a Ceylon cinnamon stick, and coins of ginger are gently simmered together until the water turns a beautiful light amber and the whole kitchen smells incredible. Sweetened with a touch of honey and finished with an optional squeeze of lemon, every sip is naturally bright and comforting. For anyone navigating the autoimmune protocol, finding a cozy, satisfying hot drink without nightshades, grains, or additives can feel like a real challenge — this one checks every box with zero compromise. Ceylon cinnamon is the specific choice here, and it matters: it has a softer, more delicate flavor than the cassia variety you'll find at most grocery stores, so it's worth seeking out. The whole recipe comes together in under 20 minutes and makes two servings, so it's easy to share or save one for later in the day.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced (any sweet variety such as fuji or honeycrisp)
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 3 slices fresh ginger (each about ¼ inch thick)
- 1 tbsp honey, or to taste
Ingredient noteAIP restricts added sweeteners, but small occasional amounts of unrefined honey are accepted on the protocol; the ~1 1/2 teaspoons per serving here likely stays within that limited allowance. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, apple slices, Ceylon cinnamon stick, and ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low.
- 2
Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and takes on a light amber color from the apple and cinnamon.
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