Turkey Free Cinnamon Apple Tea
Warm, fragrant, and naturally sweet, this simmered apple and cinnamon tea is the kind of drink that makes a cold afternoon feel instantly cozier. Fresh apple slices, a Ceylon cinnamon stick, and ginger are gently simmered together until the water turns a beautiful light amber and the whole kitchen smells incredible. A spoonful of honey rounds out the sweetness, and a little squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up if you want that extra lift. Because it's built entirely from whole fruits, spices, and water, there's no need to scan labels or second-guess packaged ingredients — what you see is exactly what goes in your mug. Ceylon cinnamon in particular brings a delicate, almost floral warmth that's noticeably softer than the sharper cassia variety, making the flavor feel refined rather than heavy. It's a genuinely satisfying alternative to store-bought herbal teas, and the straining step means you get a perfectly clear, clean cup every time.
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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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