Description
Soothing chamomile & honey sleepytime latte whispers relaxation with gentle herbal notes and sweet comfort. Warm milk blends seamlessly with calming chamomile, creating a dreamy nighttime ritual you’ll savor before drifting into peaceful slumber.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk (dairy, almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 1 chamomile tea bag (or 1 tablespoon dried chamomile flowers)
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon honey (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
Garnish and Optional Add-ins:
- 1 pinch cinnamon or nutmeg (for garnish)
- Optional: Lavender extract or dried lavender flowers (for extra relaxation)
Instructions
- Select a small saucepan and gently heat milk over medium-low temperature, watching carefully to prevent scorching and create a delicate steaming effect without reaching boiling point.
- Once milk is heated, remove from stove and immerse chamomile tea bag or dried chamomile in infuser, covering the pan to allow deep herbal infusion for approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Extract tea bag, then introduce honey into warm milk, stirring methodically until completely integrated and creating a smooth, golden liquid.
- Elevate the sensory experience by incorporating a subtle splash of vanilla extract, which complements the floral chamomile notes and introduces depth to the beverage.
- For a luxurious, cloud-like texture, employ a handheld milk frother or vigorous whisking technique to generate airy, soft peaks in the milk mixture.
- Transfer the silky latte into a cherished ceramic mug, then delicately sprinkle ground cinnamon or nutmeg across the surface, creating an aromatic and visually appealing finishing touch.
Notes
- Gently heat milk to preserve delicate flavors and prevent scorching, ensuring a smooth and comforting texture.
- Choose high-quality chamomile tea for the most aromatic and soothing infusion, enhancing the drink’s relaxing properties.
- Experiment with milk alternatives like almond, oat, or coconut milk for different dietary needs and unique flavor profiles.
- Adjust honey quantity to personal sweetness preference, considering natural sweetness of plant-based milks or individual taste sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Tea
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 48 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg