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Apple Cinnamon Tea

Cozy Up with Delicious Apple Cinnamon Tea for Every Season

Enjoy this Apple Cinnamon Tea hot or iced for a refreshing and cozy experience any time of the year.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brew
  • 4 cups Water Boil for hot tea; reduce to 2 cups for stronger iced version.
  • 2-4 bags Black Tea Bags or Loose Leaf Tea Provides robust flavor; try herbal or green tea for a different twist.
For the Flavor
  • 1 medium Apple Opt for sweet varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp for the best taste.
  • 2-3 sticks Cinnamon Sticks Ground cinnamon can be used as a substitute; use less.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) Adds a zesty kick; can be omitted for a milder flavor.
For Sweetening
  • to taste Honey or Sugar Consider agave or maple syrup as alternatives.
For Serving
  • as needed Ice Cubes Essential for serving the iced version.
  • as needed Additional Apple Slices and Cinnamon Sticks Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • medium-sized saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Brew the Tea: Boil 4 cups of water in a medium-sized saucepan over high heat. Once boiling, remove from heat and immerse 2-4 tea bags or loose leaf tea. Steep for about 5 minutes until dark and aromatic.
  2. Add Flavors: Remove tea bags and add thinly sliced apple, 2-3 cinnamon sticks, and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger. Stir gently, reduce heat to low, and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  3. Sweeten and Serve Hot: Pour into mugs and stir in honey or sugar to taste while warm.
  4. Prepare Iced Version: For iced tea, repeat using 2 cups of water. Cool to room temperature before pouring over ice. Garnish with apple slices and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness based on your preference. Experiment with different fruits for variations.

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