Description
A comforting, non-caffeinated drink made with milk, sugar, and vanilla — perfect for bedtime or a cozy morning.
Ingredients
4 cups milk (any kind you prefer)
1/3 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract (Mexican vanilla recommended)
Optional: marshmallows for topping
Instructions
1. Pour the milk into a microwave-safe container (about 1 quart).
2. Add the sugar and salt, then stir gently so the sugar begins to dissolve.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Microwave on high for about 5 minutes until hot and steaming, or heat on the stovetop over medium heat until hot.
5. Serve in mugs and top with marshmallows if desired.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use oat, soy, or almond milk.
Add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth.
Best served immediately while hot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Heated
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: vanilla milk, warm milk recipe, bedtime drink