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gingerbread tea

Homemade Gingerbread Tea

This homemade gingerbread tea captures all the cozy flavors of gingerbread cookies in a warming, aromatic beverage. Fresh ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg simmer together with molasses and honey to create a perfectly spiced drink that's both comforting and healthy. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe makes 4 servings and can be enjoyed plain, as a creamy latte, or even iced. The anti-inflammatory ginger and warming spices provide immune-boosting benefits while the natural sweetness satisfies cravings without guilt. Perfect for cold winter mornings, holiday gatherings, or cozy evenings by the fire. Customize with your favorite milk or sweetener!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 4
Calories 65 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan (2-3 quart capacity)
  • Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
  • Teapot or large heat-proof pitcher
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Grater (if using fresh ginger)
  • Wooden spoon for stirring

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups filtered water
  • 2- inch piece of fresh ginger root sliced thin
  • 3 cinnamon sticks or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 3 tablespoons molasses not blackstrap
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 black tea bags optional, for caffeine
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of black pepper trust me on this!

Instructions
 

  • Start by preparing your fresh ginger. I slice it thin rather than grating it – this makes straining easier and provides a cleaner flavor. Don't bother peeling it; the skin adds beneficial compounds.
  • In your saucepan, combine the water, sliced ginger, cinnamon sticks, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice. Bring this mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes. Your kitchen will smell absolutely incredible at this point. This simmering process extracts all those beautiful flavors and beneficial compounds from the spices.
  • After 15 minutes, remove from heat. If you're using black tea bags, add them now and steep for 3-4 minutes. I personally prefer it with tea for a morning pick-me-up, but skip it in the evening.
  • Remove the tea bags and stir in the molasses, honey, vanilla extract, and that pinch of black pepper. The pepper enhances the ginger's warmth and helps your body absorb the beneficial compounds – it's a game-changer!
  • Strain the mixture through your fine mesh strainer into your teapot or pitcher. Press gently on the spices to extract every last drop of flavor.
  • Serve immediately in your favorite mug. I like to garnish with a cinnamon stick for stirring and a star anise for visual appeal.

Nutrition

Calories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 17gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 180mgSugar: 14gVitamin C: 1.8mgIron: 0.72mg
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