Artificial Food Coloring Free Cinnamon Apple Tea
Warm, fragrant, and naturally beautiful in the cup, this simmered apple and cinnamon tea is the kind of drink that feels like a hug on a cold afternoon. Every drop of color comes straight from the apple slices and Ceylon cinnamon stick as they gently steep together — no dyes, no additives, just a soft amber hue that develops all on its own. Fresh ginger adds a subtle kick, while a spoonful of honey rounds everything out with gentle sweetness. It's a smart alternative to store-bought flavored teas and cider mixes, which often sneak in artificial colorings or synthetic flavor enhancers you'd rather avoid. The whole process is as simple as a gentle simmer and a quick strain, making it totally approachable any day of the week. A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens the whole thing and makes it feel just a little more special.
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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
- 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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