Description
A soothing and aromatic Apple Cinnamon Tea recipe that combines the natural sweetness of apples with warm cinnamon and a touch of honey and lemon juice. Perfect for a cozy moment or a calming beverage any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Ingredients
- 4 cups filtered water
- 2 medium Honeycrisp or Fuji apples, sliced
- 2-3 whole cinnamon sticks
- 2 tbsp honey (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Assemble all ingredients to have everything ready before starting.
- Prepare Apples: Slice the apples into thin wedges with the skin on; peeling is not necessary as the skin adds flavor and nutrients.
- Boil Water: In a medium saucepan, bring the 4 cups of filtered water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer with Flavors: Add the sliced apples and cinnamon sticks to the boiling water. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes to extract the flavors.
- Add Sweetness and Citrus: Stir in the honey and lemon juice to taste. Adjust the amount of honey according to your preferred level of sweetness.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the tea into mugs to remove the apple slices and cinnamon sticks. Optionally, garnish each cup with an additional cinnamon stick for extra aroma and presentation.
Notes
- Use organic apples if possible for the cleanest flavor and to avoid pesticide residues.
- Adjust cinnamon sticks based on how strong you want the spice flavor.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan option.
- This tea can be served hot or chilled for a refreshing cold beverage.
- Leftover tea can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
