Breastfeeding Friendly Cinnamon Apple Tea
Warm, fragrant, and genuinely soothing, this apple and cinnamon tea is the kind of drink that feels like a hug in a mug — exactly what a nursing parent needs during those long feeding sessions or quiet moments in between. Real apple slices, a Ceylon cinnamon stick, and fresh ginger simmer together to create a naturally sweet, lightly spiced brew that smells incredible and tastes even better. Ceylon cinnamon is a gentler variety than the more common cassia type, making it a thoughtful choice when you're being mindful about what goes into your body while breastfeeding. A touch of honey rounds out the flavor beautifully, and a squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up if you're in the mood for a little extra zing. There's no caffeine here, no artificial anything — just simple, wholesome ingredients that you can feel good about sipping throughout the day. It comes together in one saucepan with barely any effort, which is a genuine blessing when free hands and spare minutes are hard to come by.
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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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