Vanilla Bean Drink
Indulge in the creamy, aromatic warmth of a Vanilla Bean Drink, a luxurious and easy-to-make beverage that showcases the richness of real vanilla. This recipe combines whole milk and heavy cream for a velvety base, infused with the delicate flavor of fresh vanilla bean and a hint of pure vanilla extract. Sweetened with just the right amount of sugar, this drink can be served warm for cozy nights or chilled over ice for a refreshing treat. Perfect for any occasion, it’s elevated with optional toppings like whipped cream and a dash of ground cinnamon for an irresistible touch of decadence. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile vanilla drink is a quintessential comfort recipe for dessert lovers and vanilla enthusiasts alike.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 bean Vanilla bean
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0 (optional, for topping) Whipped cream
- 0 (optional, for garnish) Ground cinnamon
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream.
Step 2
Using a sharp knife, slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the saucepan.
Step 3
Stir in the granulated sugar.
Step 4
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it just barely begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture steep for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming on the milk.
Step 6
Remove the vanilla bean pod from the saucepan and discard it.
Step 7
Stir in the pure vanilla extract.
Step 8
Pour the vanilla bean drink into mugs if serving warm, or let it cool and add ice if serving chilled.
Step 9
Optionally, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for extra flavor and presentation.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (650.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 843.8 |
| Total Fat 57.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g | |
| Cholesterol 183.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 228.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 49.6g | |
| Protein 16.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 217.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 630.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 782.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories