Warm Milk and Cinnamon is the perfect hot drink for the winter months.  The combination of creamy milk, sweet sugar, and spicy cinnamon will warm your soul.  

What is Warm Milk and Cinnamon?

Traditionally, warm milk and cinnamon is simply warm milk and cinnamon mixed together.  Today we are amping up the flavor by adding some delicious holiday touches.

What Do I Need To Put On My Grocery List?

The ingredients for this dry mix are simple and easy to find.

• Dry Milk – this makes the drink extra creamy and delicious.
• Vanilla Powdered Coffee Creamer – for a touch of sweetness.
• Granulated Sugar – to sweeten up the drink.
• Ground Cinnamon – for some heat and spice.
• Nutmeg – to balance everything out.
• Milk – you can also use water if you’d like to skip the milk.

How Do I Make Warm Milk and Cinnamon?

There are two steps to this recipe.  The first is making the dry mix, which can be stored in your pantry for a few months.  Let me go over that.

The Dry Mix

1. In a large bowl or mason jar, add powdered milk.
2. Add coffee creamer.
3. Top with sugar.
4. Add cinnamon and nutmeg.  Shake or stir until combined.

This Dry Mix Makes A Great Gift!

I’ve given this dry mix as a neighbor gift so many times!  Simple add it to a mason jar, tie a ribbon around it along with instructions for use, and give away!  I’ve received so many compliments on this drink mix!

Cooking In Your Pressure Cooker

The next part of the recipe is adding the dry mix to hot milk.  There are a few methods for doing this.  You can either heat your milk on the stovetop, and then stir in your dry mix, or you can make it in your pressure cooker.  Let me show you how.

1. Add milk to your pressure cooker.
2. Pour in dry mix.
3. Stir until completely dissolved.
4. Cook on low pressure for 3 minutes.  Allow a 2 minutes natural release.

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What Should I Serve Warm Milk With Cinnamon With?

This drink is the perfect combo to a gingersnap or snickerdoodle.  It is also a star all on its own.  I think it’s time to pull on your sweat pants, turn on your favorite Christmas movie, and drink a cup of warm milk and cinnamon.

What Are The Benefits of Drinking Warm Milk and Cinnamon?

Cinnamon has anti-microbial as well as anti-inflammatory properties. When sick – drinking this can comfort your throat and fight off infections. Another benefit is that is can suppress your appetite.  While we’ve added sugar to this recipe, you can omit it if you’d like a lighter version.

Other benefits include a boost in brain function, and it acts as an antioxidant. Cinnamon also can help you fall asleep at night. It will help your body relax and alleviate your stress. It will also take care of your body’s digestion and help youachieve a restful sleep.

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Warm Milk and Cinnamon

Prep Time

15 mins

Total Time

15 mins

 

Warm Milk and Cinnamon is the perfect hot drink for the winter months.  The combination of creamy milk, sweet sugar, and spicy cinnamon will warm your soul.  

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: christmas drink, cinnamon milk, warm milk

Servings: 12

Calories: 334 kcal

Author: Kadee

Ingredients

• 2 cups powdered milk
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup powder vanilla coffee creamer
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 12 cups milk

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Stir to combine.

To Make A Single Serving

1. Add 1/3 cup of mix to 1 cup of warm milk. Stir to combine.

2. Top with whipped cream.

To Make A Large Batch In The Pressure Cooker

1. In a 6 qt pressure cooker, add 12 cups of milk.

2. Add 2 cups of powdered mix. Stir until completely dissolved.

3. Cook on low pressure for 3 minutes, allowing a 2 minute natural release.

4. Laddle into mugs and top with whipped cream.

To Make A Large Batch On The Stovetop

1. In a 6 qt pot or larger, add 12 cups of milk.

2. Add 2 cups of powdered mix. Stir until completely dissolved.

3. Heat over medium heat until milk barely comes to a simmer.

4. Laddle into mugs and top with whipped cream.

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Recipe Notes

What Are The Benefits of Drinking Warm Milk and Cinnamon?

Cinnamon has anti-microbial as well as anti-inflammatory properties. When sick - drinking this can comfort your throat and fight off infections. Another benefit is that is can suppress your appetite.  While we've added sugar to this recipe, you can omit it if you'd like a lighter version.

Other benefits include a boost in brain function, and it acts as an antioxidant. Cinnamon also can help you fall asleep at night. It will help your body relax and alleviate your stress. It will also take care of your body's digestion and help youachieve a restful sleep.

Nutrition Facts

Warm Milk and Cinnamon

Amount Per Serving (8 oz)

Calories 334 Calories from Fat 126

% Daily Value*

Fat 14g22%

Saturated Fat 8g50%

Cholesterol 45mg15%

Sodium 184mg8%

Potassium 606mg17%

Carbohydrates 38g13%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 38g42%

Protein 13g26%

Vitamin A 595IU12%

Vitamin C 2mg2%

Calcium 477mg48%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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