Thirsty Thursday: Hot Vanilla

Yesterday was our first day that we were able to play in the snow, and the kids were excited, then cold, then tired, and then wanted to come inside. I’m not going to lie playing in 20 degree weather does that to me too.

Once the kids took warm baths, got into footie jambes, and made their way to bed,I decided I wanted something warm. However, I most definitely wanted something caffeine free, and while hot cocoa has very little caffeine, I didn’t want there to be any chance that my I didn’t fall right asleep the minute my head hit the pillow. This week’s Thirsty Thursday recipe is a jazzed up version of warm milk.

 

We are always seeing on TV and in the movies that when people cannot sleep they are drinking warm milk. Honestly, I have never tried it until now, but I think this is something that will be a regular thing. After a few sips, I realized it reminded me of Tapioca pudding, and that is one of my favorite things from childhood. Needless to say I was comforted and sleepy in no time.

Hot Vanilla
2 cups 2% milk (unsweetened almond milk for those who have dairy concerns)
2 Tbs. granulated sugar
2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
Pinch of cinnamon

 

In a small saucepan over medium heat, add milk and stir for about two minutes until heated. Add sugar, and stir constantly for another two minutes until dissolved.

 

Finally, add vanilla and cinnamon. Remove from heat and pour into two mugs.

 

Now, excuse me while I doze off for a little while.

 

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6 comments

  1. Ok I am gonna pimp you out a little. I hope that is ok. I want to share this on my blog that ties in with visiting the Nielsen Massey vanilla factory! Is that ok with you? I wont provide the recipe on my blog, just the link to yours……omg I cant wait to make this!!!

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