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Creamy Homemade Thai Iced Tea Recipe with Condensed Milk Easy and Perfect

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A quick and easy recipe to make authentic creamy Thai iced tea at home using black tea, aromatic spices, and sweetened condensed milk for a rich and refreshing drink.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (32 fl oz) fresh water
  • 4 tablespoons (about 20 grams) black tea leaves (Ceylon or Assam recommended)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 star anise pods
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30–45 ml) sweetened condensed milk
  • Ice cubes, plenty
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon (15 ml) evaporated milk or half-and-half for extra creaminess

Instructions

  1. Bring 4 cups (32 fl oz) of fresh water to a rolling boil in a kettle or saucepan (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add 4 tablespoons of black tea leaves, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 star anise pods, and 3 whole cloves to the boiling water. Stir gently.
  3. Lower heat to a gentle simmer and steep the tea and spices for 10 minutes.
  4. Strain the brewed tea through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a heatproof bowl or pitcher, pressing lightly on solids to extract flavor without bitterness.
  5. While the tea is still hot, stir in 1/4 cup granulated sugar until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness as desired.
  6. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Fill tall glasses with ice cubes. Pour chilled tea over the ice until about 3/4 full.
  8. Drizzle 2-3 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk on top and stir gently before drinking.
  9. Optional: Add 1 tablespoon of evaporated milk or half-and-half along with the condensed milk for extra creaminess.

Notes

Use loose leaf black tea for richer flavor and less bitterness. Avoid oversteeping to prevent bitterness. For classic layered look, pour condensed milk first, then ice, then tea slowly. Chill tea thoroughly before serving. For dairy-free version, substitute condensed milk with sweetened coconut milk or coconut cream. Adjust sugar and condensed milk to taste. Store brewed tea in refrigerator up to 3 days, keep condensed milk separate until serving.

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