This sugar cookie milk tea tastes like a warm, buttery sugar cookie in a cup. It blends smooth black tea with creamy milk, vanilla, and a hint of almond. The aroma is sweet and cozy. The texture is silky with a light cookie crumb crunch on top. It’s quick to make and perfect for an afternoon treat or a holiday cozy drink. For a fun cookie pairing, try a sugar cookie fudge recipe like this one: Christmas Funfetti Sugar Cookie Fudge.
Recipe Information
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 2 (about 1.5 cups per serving)
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Nutrition Information
(Approximate per serving)
- Calories per serving: 200 kcal
- Protein: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
Why Make This Sugar Cookie Milk Tea
This drink is simple and comforting. It brings the sweet flavor of sugar cookies into a warm, drinkable form. The vanilla and almond extracts create a cookie-like aroma. The milk makes the tea creamy and smooth. It’s a great way to enjoy dessert flavors without baking a whole batch of cookies. Serve it at a small gathering or enjoy a quiet moment at home.
How to Make Sugar Cookie Milk Tea
You will warm the milk, sweeten it, and mix it with brewed tea. The final touch is cookie crumbs and a cookie piece for garnish. The recipe is forgiving. You can adjust sugar, milk type, or serve it hot or iced.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup brewed black tea
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Cookie crumbs (for garnish)
- Sugar cookies (for garnish)
Directions:
Step 1: Preparation
Brew 1 cup of black tea and let it cool slightly. If you prefer a stronger cookie flavor, brew the tea a little stronger by steeping an extra 30–60 seconds. Set the tea aside while you warm the milk.
Step 2: Mixing
In a saucepan, heat 2 cups milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling. Stir in 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract until the sugar dissolves. Taste and adjust sweetness or extracts as needed.
Step 3: Cooking
Combine the brewed tea with the warm milk mixture. Stir well for about 15–30 seconds so the flavors blend. Keep the heat low; do not bring the mixture to a full boil. Warming slowly keeps the milk silky.
Step 4: Finishing
Pour the milk tea into cups. Top with cookie crumbs and place a piece of sugar cookie on the rim or in the cup for garnish. Serve warm, or let it cool and pour over ice for an iced version. Enjoy the aroma and the smooth, sweet sip.
How to Serve Sugar Cookie Milk Tea
Serve in small mugs or clear glasses to show the creamy color. Add cookie crumbs or a mini sugar cookie on the rim for a pretty touch. For a party, make a tray with extra cookies for dunking. For iced service, chill the milk tea before pouring over ice to keep it from diluting too fast.
How to Store Sugar Cookie Milk Tea
- Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove over low heat or in the microwave in short bursts. Stir well before serving.
- For iced drinks, store chilled and serve over fresh ice. Do not freeze; the texture will change.
Expert Tips for Perfect Sugar Cookie Milk Tea
- Use whole milk for the creamiest texture. For a lighter version, use 2% or unsweetened almond milk.
- Warm milk slowly to avoid scalding. Scalded milk can change the taste and texture.
- Dissolve sugar fully before mixing with tea to avoid grainy texture.
- Adjust almond extract carefully—half a teaspoon gives a light cookie note. Too much can taste artificial.
- For a stronger tea flavor, use a robust black tea like Assam or Ceylon.
- If serving iced, chill the drink first to keep it bright and smooth.
Delicious Variations
- Iced Sugar Cookie Milk Tea: Cool the drink, then pour over ice and top with crushed ice cream cone pieces for crunch.
- Vegan Sugar Cookie Milk Tea: Use oat or almond milk and swap sugar for coconut sugar or a sweetener of choice.
- Spiced Sugar Cookie Milk Tea: Add a pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg while warming the milk.
- Creamy Foam Top: Froth a little extra milk and spoon it on top for a latte-like foam. Sprinkle cookie crumbs on the foam.
- Boozy Twist: Add a tablespoon of Irish cream or amaretto for an adult version. Stir in after removing from heat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use tea bags or loose leaf tea?
A: Yes. Use either. One tea bag or about 1 teaspoon of loose leaf tea per cup works well. Adjust steeping time for strength.
Q: Can I make this drink less sweet?
A: Yes. Reduce the sugar to 1 tablespoon or use a sugar substitute. Taste as you go and adjust.
Q: Which milk works best?
A: Whole milk gives the creamiest texture. 2% or plant milks (oat, almond) work too but change the creaminess and flavor.
Q: How long does it keep in the fridge?
A: Store in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Shake or stir well before reheating or serving.
Q: Can I steam the milk for a frothier top?
A: Yes. Steam or froth a small amount of milk and spoon it on top for a latte-like texture. Add crumbs on the foam.
Q: Will the cookie garnish get soggy?
A: If left in the drink for long, yes. For best texture, add cookie pieces right before serving.
Q: Can I double the recipe?
A: Yes. Scale ingredients proportionally. Keep the same steeping and warming times per batch size.
Conclusion
This sugar cookie milk tea is an easy, cozy treat that tastes like dessert in a cup. It’s creamy, sweet, and fragrant with vanilla and almond notes. Try the recipe for a quick indulgent drink or to add a warm touch to gatherings. For another sugar-cookie flavored idea, see this Sugar Cookie Tea Latte – The Cup of Life: Sugar Cookie Tea Latte – The Cup of Life. Enjoy and have fun making it your own!
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Sugar Cookie Milk Tea
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A warm, buttery sugar cookie flavor blended into a creamy milk tea, perfect for an afternoon treat or holiday cozy drink.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup brewed black tea
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Cookie crumbs (for garnish)
- Sugar cookies (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brew 1 cup of black tea and let it cool slightly.
- In a saucepan, heat 2 cups milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling. Stir in 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract until the sugar dissolves.
- Combine the brewed tea with the warm milk mixture and stir well for about 15–30 seconds.
- Pour the milk tea into cups and top with cookie crumbs, placing a piece of sugar cookie on the rim or in the cup for garnish. Serve warm or chilled over ice.
Notes
For a vegan version, use oat or almond milk and a sugar substitute. Adjust sweetness and flavors to taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cafeteria
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
