The Best Drink to Help You Sleep: A Cozy Cup of Chamomile Honey Latte
This Special Drink to Sleep is a calming, natural remedy to help you unwind and enjoy a restful night’s sleep. Made with ingredients like chamomile, honey, and warm milk, this drink is designed to relax both the body and mind, making it the perfect bedtime treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Drink, Bedtime Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk (or almond milk for a dairy-free option)
- 1 teaspoon dried chamomile flowers (or 1 chamomile tea bag)
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat the Milk
In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium-low heat until warm but not boiling.
2. Brew the Chamomile
Add the chamomile flowers (or tea bag) to the warm milk and let it steep for 5 minutes. If using loose chamomile flowers, strain them out before serving.
3. Sweeten the Drink
Stir in the honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon (if using). Mix well to combine.
4. Enjoy
Pour the warm drink into a mug, and sip slowly before bed to relax and prepare for a peaceful sleep.
Notes
- Chamomile is known for its calming properties, and it’s perfect for aiding in sleep.
- You can also try adding a few drops of lavender essential oil to the drink for an extra calming effect.
- This drink is best enjoyed about 30 minutes before bedtime for maximum relaxation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 120 (with dairy milk)
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg (with dairy milk)