Irresistible Homemade Lavender Milk Tea
A calming and fragrant lavender milk tea made with floral lavender, creamy milk, and gently sweetened tea for a cozy and relaxing drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1-2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 2 black tea bags or 2 teaspoons loose-leaf tea
- 1/2 teaspoon dried culinary lavender
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or sugar (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Heat water until just below boiling.
- Add tea bags or loose-leaf tea and dried lavender, then steep for about 5 minutes.
- Strain the tea to remove lavender and tea leaves.
- Stir in honey or sugar while the tea is still warm until dissolved.
- Heat the milk separately and froth if desired.
- Pour the warm milk into the tea and stir to combine.
- Add vanilla extract if using and mix well.
- Serve warm or let cool and serve over ice.
Notes
- Do not over-steep lavender to avoid bitterness.
- Adjust sweetness to your preference.
- Green tea can be used for a lighter flavor.
- Oat milk or other plant-based milk adds extra creaminess.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
