Caramel Rooibos Tea
Savor the sweet and soothing flavors of your Caramel Rooibos Tea.
Equipment
- 1 Saucepan or pot
Ingredients
- 1 Rooibos tea bags (or 1-2 teaspoons loose leaf rooibos tea)
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tbsp Caramel syrup adjust to taste
- Milk or a milk substitute for a creamier texture optional
- Whipped cream and additional caramel for topping optional
Instructions
- Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a pot or saucepan.
- Place the rooibos tea bags or loose leaf tea in a teapot or directly in mugs. Pour the boiling water over the tea and allow it to steep for 5-7 minutes. The longer you steep, the stronger the flavor will be.
- Remove the tea bags or strain the loose tea. Stir in the caramel syrup until well combined. Adjust the amount of syrup depending on how sweet you like your tea.
- For a creamier tea, add a splash of milk or a milk substitute and stir well.
- Pour the caramel rooibos tea into cups. If desired, top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel syrup.
- Savor the sweet and soothing flavors of your Caramel Rooibos Tea.
Notes
The calorie content in Caramel Rooibos Tea primarily depends on the amount of caramel syrup used and whether you add milk and whipped cream. Here's an approximate calorie count for one cup:
- Without milk and using 1 tablespoon of caramel syrup: Approximately 50-60 calories.
- With 1/4 cup of whole milk and 1 tablespoon of caramel syrup: Approximately 80-100 calories.
- Adding whipped cream will increase the calorie count by about 20-50 calories per serving, depending on the amount used.