Breastfeeding Friendly Cinnamon Rooibos Vanilla Tea
Warm, fragrant, and genuinely soothing, this spiced tea is the kind of drink that makes you want to curl up and breathe for a minute — which, honestly, is exactly what new mothers need more of. Rooibos is naturally caffeine-free, making it a smart swap for regular tea or coffee when you're nursing and keeping a close eye on what goes into your body. Ceylon cinnamon and vanilla powder give it a cozy, almost dessert-like depth without any added sugar beyond a touch of honey to taste. The optional splash of full-fat coconut milk transforms it into something creamy and a little indulgent, rounding out the spice beautifully. Everything here is simple, recognizable, and free from the mystery additives you'd find in a lot of flavored store-bought teas. It comes together in one small saucepan in just a few minutes, so it's completely realistic even on the most exhausting days. Make a mug for yourself, sit down, and actually drink it while it's hot — you've earned it.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp loose-leaf rooibos tea
- ¼ tsp vanilla powder
- ⅛ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1–2 tsp honey, or to taste
- ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, rooibos tea, vanilla powder, and Ceylon cinnamon in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep reddish-amber.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the honey until fully dissolved. Taste and add more honey if desired.
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