A Hug in a Cup: Apple Ginger Tea Recipe 🍎🫚

If there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I’m a tea person through and through (call me a Bridgerton, if I do say so myself)—kind of like how my Dominican family can’t start or end (yes, end) their day without Café Bustelo. Whenever I’m feeling under the weather or just need something warm, this Apple Ginger Tea is my go-to. It holds a special place in my heart because my mom would always make it for us when we were sick or needed a little extra comfort. With soothing spices from cinnamon, ginger, and star anise, plus a touch of citrus, it’s like a hug in a cup. I’m sipping on this tea right now as I tough out the flu (gotta love the NYC MTA)! It’s easy to make, full of calming flavors, and the perfect pick-me-up when you need it most. I can already feel myself starting to feel better :)

Ingredients

• Fresh Ginger

• Apples (2-3, seeds removed)

• Cinnamon Sticks (3-4)

• Star Anise (Optional, but recommended)

• Honey or Monkfruit Sweetener (to taste)

• Lemon or Lime (for juice)

• Water

Tools

• Knife and cutting board

• Pot or kettle

• Strainer

• Mug

RECIPE

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1. Rinse your produce to keep it fresh

2. Slice the apples (remove the seeds) and ginger

3. Add the apples, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon sticks to a pot with water

4. Heat on low (level 2/3) and simmer for 20-30 minutes, checking occasionally for your preferred strength

5. Strain the tea into your mug

6. Stir in honey (or monk fruit) and a squeeze of lemon or lime

Enjoy & Share with a Loved One :)

Enjoy & Share with a Loved One :)