Description
Learn how to make a creamy and cozy London Fog recipe with Earl Grey tea, steamed milk, and vanilla. A perfect homemade treat in minutes!
Ingredients
- Earl Grey tea: The main attraction. Loose-leaf tea or tea bags both work, but higher-quality tea will give you a more flavorful result.
- Milk: Any milk will do—dairy, almond, oat, soy—you name it. Oat milk is a fan favorite because it froths well and has a natural sweetness.
- Vanilla extract: A little goes a long way to add that signature flavor.
- Sweetener: Options include honey, sugar, maple syrup, or even agave. Adjust to your liking.
- Hot water: To steep the tea.
Instructions
1 – Brew Earl Grey Tea for Your Cozy Drink
Start by boiling water and pouring it over your Earl Grey tea bag or loose-leaf tea in a mug or teapot.
- Let it steep for 3–5 minutes.
- Adjust the steeping time based on how strong you like your tea. For a bold flavor, let it sit a little longer—but not too long, or it might taste bitter.
2 – Prepare the Creamy Milk for Your Tea Latte
Gently heat the milk on the stovetop or in the microwave until warm, avoiding a boil.
- If you want that signature frothy texture, use a milk frother or whisk it vigorously.
- Pro tip: A frother can nearly double the volume of your milk, so if you’re skipping the frother, you may want to use an extra half cup of milk.
3 – Add Vanilla for a Sweet Touch
While your tea is still hot, stir in vanilla syrup or extract.
- Start with 1 teaspoon and Customize to your preference.
- If you’re using vanilla extract, whisking it into the warm milk before combining adds a nice, even flavor.
4 – Combine for the Perfect Earl Grey Tea Latte
Using a spoon to hold back the foam, pour the steamed milk into the brewed tea.
- Once combined, spoon the frothy milk on top to create that classic London Fog finish.
- Optional: Sprinkle a little lavender or cinnamon on top for an extra touch.
And that’s it! A cozy, homemade London Fog that’s perfect for sipping anytime. Let me know how it turns out—I’m sure you’ll love it!
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use whole milk or your preferred milk alternative.
- Adjust the amount of vanilla syrup based on your sweetness preference.
- You can make a dairy-free version by using almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping, Frothing, Pouring
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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