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Hot vanilla milk is a delicious warm beverage recipe that our family adores! It’s a perfectly sweet, comforting drink that’s a nice alternative to hot chocolate. Great for bedtime & so easy to make!

This DIY warm vanilla milk is made using 3 simple ingredients that you no doubt already have at home. You already know 2 of them! You’re going to love this flavored milk recipe.

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Making this Vanilla Milk Recipe

You can make this recipe using a pot of the stove or your microwave. By using the stove, you can easily double or triple the recipe and get a little layer of froth. Using a microwave is great for getting one or two cups done quickly though- perfect for when you want warm milk to sleep.

Is vanilla milk vegan?

This vanilla milk is not vegan, but it can be! By choosing a non dairy milk alternative such as soy milk or almond milk you can easily make it dairy free and vegan! Perfect for vegan lifestyle or dietary restrictions.

Is vanilla milk a thing?

Absolutely! This recipe wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t! Made with artificial or real vanilla, vanilla milk can be a very popular drink. Even Starbucks has warm vanilla milk on their menu!

Hot Vanilla Milk Ingredients

-1 cup milk: you can use whatever milk you’d like! I’ve used almond milk, cashew milk, and even coconut milk

-1 1/2 tsp. vanilla: ok, I’m a stickler for GOOD vanilla. I give my recommendations below.

-1 tbsp. sugar: just use regular granulated sugar, although you can use honey instead! If I’m making this drink before bed, I halve the sugar, or even leave it out completely.

-cinnamon, for topping!

What Type of Vanilla Extract Should I Use?

A few years ago I tested 10 different vanilla extracts and found new favorites! I love using TOTONAC’s Mexican Vanilla for everyday use. It’s pure vanilla and contains no alcohol, which I like because I don’t like the taste of extracts made with alcohol. Each time I try another, I go back to Totonac’s quickly afterward; it’s so good! I also love using Nielsen Massey Vanilla Bean Paste. Again, this one has the best flavor by far!

How to Make Hot Vanilla Milk

In a microwave safe mug or on a pot on the stove, warm your milk. I generally heat 1 cup of milk for 45 seconds to 1 minute in the microwave. Remove from heat.

Add in the vanilla extract and the sugar.

Whisk together until blended and the sugar is completely dissolved. You can use a beverage frother if you have one!

Pour into mugs, if needed, and serve.

Top with cinnamon, or even whipped cream & chocolate sauce if desired.

HOT VANILLA MILK

Hot vanilla milk is a delicious warm beverage recipe that our family adores! It's a perfectly sweet, comforting drink that's a nice alternative to hot chocolate. Great for bedtime & so easy to make! 4.89 from 9 votes Print Pin Rate Course: BeverageCuisine: AmericanKeyword: Hot Vanilla Milk Prep Time: 2 minutes minutesTotal Time: 2 minutes minutes Servings: 1 Calories: 217kcal Author: Jessica & Nellie Cook ModePrevent your screen from going to sleep

Ingredients 1x2x3x4x5x

• 1 cup milk
• 1 ½ tsp. vanilla
• 1 TBSP sugar
• cinnamon for topping

Instructions

• In a microwave safe mug or on a pot on the stove, warm your milk. I generally heat 1 cup of milk for 45 seconds to 1 minute in the microwave. Remove from heat.
• Add in the vanilla extract and the sugar.
• Whisk together until blended and the sugar is completely dissolved. You can use a beverage frother if you have one!
• Pour into mugs, if needed, and serve.
• Top with cinnamon, or even whipped cream & chocolate sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 333mg | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 395IU | Calcium: 277mg | Iron: 1mg

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What can I do with vanilla milk?

Drink it of course! You can use this as a great night time ritual before falling asleep or simply curl up under a blanket on the couch and enjoy the cold weather outside with your warm drink inside. You can also use your vanilla milk as a delicious homemade coffee creamer (make a double batch and keep it in the fridge for creamer all week!)

Can I add cinnamon?

Absolutely! You can definitely add in some ground cinnamon or even a cinnamon stick to this warm milk recipe. It’d be the perfect way to end the day this fall or winter. Warm cinnamon milk can also help you to fall asleep faster for those restless nights (great parenting tip right there ;))

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With this hot vanilla milk recipe you’ll always have a warm beverage that can be made at home. No more paying for overpriced drinks, and no more waiting for the right time to make cocoa. It’s always the right time for a nice mug of warm vanilla milk!

Hot vanilla milk is a delicious warm beverage recipe that our family adores! It’s a perfectly sweet, comforting drink that’s a nice alternative to hot chocolate. Great for bedtime & so easy to make!