Creamy Hot Milk Delight (Printable Version)

Velvety steamed milk enriched with vanilla and a touch of sweetness for soothing enjoyment.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 cups whole milk (or milk of choice)

02 - 1 tablespoon sugar, honey, or maple syrup (adjust to taste)

03 - ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

04 - Pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg

01 - Pour milk into a small saucepan and warm over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until steaming but not boiling, about 5 minutes.

02 - Whisk in sugar or chosen sweetener and pure vanilla extract until fully dissolved and well combined.

03 - Remove from heat and froth milk using a milk frother or whisk vigorously until foamy, if desired.

04 - Pour hot milk into mugs, garnish with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg if preferred, and serve immediately.

01 -

It's the ultimate comfort drink that takes just minutes to prepare, yet feels like you've done something nurturing for yourself
The vanilla and sweetness create a naturally soothing effect that pairs perfectly with quiet moments or good conversation
You can easily customize it to match your mood and dietary needs without sacrificing that creamy, luxurious feeling

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Never let the milk reach a rolling boil or you'll lose that delicate, creamy texture and risk a slightly burnt flavor. Medium-low heat is your best friend here.
Adding the sweetener and vanilla off the heat prevents them from breaking down too much. This simple step makes the flavors brighter and more pronounced in the final cup.

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Keep your sweetener and vanilla extract nearby before you start heating the milk—you want everything ready so the milk doesn't cool down while you're searching for ingredients
If you don't have a milk frother, a simple whisk creates a surprising amount of foam when you work quickly and with enthusiasm