Why doesn’t cinnamon dissolve in milk?

Cinnamon is a solid, ground from the bark of cinnamon trees. It contains fiber and cellulose, so it won’t dissolve in liquids. Use a latte frother to help disperse it in the liquid and stir it between sips to keep it from sinking to the bottom. A glass straw is great for this.

Is cinnamon milk healthy?

When made with unsweetened milk and minimal added sweetener, cinnamon milk can be a nourishing alternative to sugary coffee drinks or packaged hot chocolate. Cinnamon provides antioxidants, while collagen peptides add protein if you choose to include them.

Is cinnamon milk good before bed?

Warm cinnamon milk is naturally caffeine-free (unless you add cacao or coffee), making it a relaxing evening beverage.

Healthy Cinnamon Milk

Name: Healthy Cinnamon Milk
Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups unsweetened non-dairy milk; ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; Sweetener of choice (optional); 1 scoop unflavored collagen peptides (optional)*

Description

This creamy cinnamon milk recipe is cozy, dairy-free, and ready in just 5 minutes. Topped with café-style foam, it’s perfect as a comforting bedtime drink, healthy snack, or homemade coffee creamer.

Ingredients

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2 cups unsweetened non-dairy milk

1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Sweetener of choice (optional)

1 scoop unflavored collagen peptides (optional)*

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Instructions

Warm the Milk: In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and desired sweetener to taste.
Blend: Whisk the mixture until it’s well combined and the milk starts to foam but isn’t boiling.
Add Collagen: If using, whisk the collagen peptides into the milk until fully dissolved and frothy.
Serve: Pour into your favorite mug and dust the top with extra cinnamon before serving. Stir between sips, since the cinnamon will eventually settle at the bottom of the mug.

Equipment

latte frother

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Notes

*If using collagen peptides, this recipe is no longer vegan or vegetarian.

Use a higher-fat milk, such as concentrated almond, cashew, or whole milk, for richer, longer-lasting foam.

A latte frother creates more foam than a whisk.

Collagen peptides boost foam and help keep the cinnamon suspended longer, though you’ll still need to stir occasionally since cinnamon won’t dissolve in liquid.

Variations

Add 1 tablespoon of cacao for chocolatey cinnamon goodness (cacao contains caffeine, so skip this option before bed).

Use the cinnamon milk as a homemade coffee creamer or add a splash to a cup of rooibos herbal tea or chai.