Lavender Sleep Tea
Servings: 1
My lavender sleep tea is a warm, caffeine-free mug for winding down before bed. Chamomile steeps right in almond milk, and lavender buds, vanilla and a little raw honey add the calming touch I want at the end of a long day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 chamomile tea bag
- 1 teaspoon raw honey to taste
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon lavender buds optional
Instructions
- Heat the almond milk in a small saucepan until very hot but not boiling.
- Add the chamomile tea bag and the lavender buds, if using, and let steep for 5 to 6 minutes.
- Remove the tea bag and strain out the lavender buds. Pour into a mug.
- Stir in the vanilla and sweeten with honey to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Latte Tip: For a frothy latte, blend the hot tea for 20 to 30 seconds with the lid vented and covered with a towel. Oat milk froths especially well; see these non-dairy milk ideas for more options.
- Lavender Swap: If you can't find culinary lavender buds, use a chamomile-lavender tea bag instead.
- Vegan Swap: Honey isn't vegan, so sweeten with maple syrup instead.
- Storing: Best fresh, but leftovers keep in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 days. Rewarm gently on the stove over low heat.
Nutrition
Serving: 8oz, Calories: 62kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Sodium: 325mg, Potassium: 7mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin C: 0.04mg, Calcium: 301mg, Iron: 0.03mg
