Gelatin Free Cinnamon Rooibos Vanilla Tea
Warm, earthy, and gently spiced, this rooibos brew is the kind of cup that makes you want to curl up and slow down. Rooibos brings a naturally sweet, slightly nutty base that pairs beautifully with the floral warmth of vanilla powder and the subtle heat of Ceylon cinnamon. Many flavored teas and chai-style blends on store shelves sneak in unexpected additives, so brewing your own from scratch gives you full control over every ingredient. Honey sweetens things just enough without overpowering the delicate spice balance, and a splash of full-fat coconut milk can turn this into something almost dessert-like in the best possible way. The stovetop steep pulls out a gorgeous deep reddish-amber color that looks as inviting as it tastes. It comes together in just one saucepan with a quick strain, making cleanup as easy as the recipe itself.
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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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