Vanilla Steamer

Sep 30, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A warm, comforting drink made with steamed whole milk and vanilla syrup for a smooth vanilla flavor without caffeine.

Prep 2 min

Cook 3 min

Total 5 min

Servings 1

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Ingredients

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10.0 fl oz (300.0 ml)whole milk
¾ fl oz (22.0 ml)vanilla syrup

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Instructions

Add vanilla syrup to a 12 oz mug.
Steam the whole milk to 140–150°F (60–66°C) with light foam.
Pour the steamed milk over the syrup, stir once, and serve.

Tips

Use any plant-based milk for a dairy-free version, and adjust vanilla syrup to taste for sweetness.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla steamer?

Plan on 2 minutes of prep and 3 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make vanilla steamer ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

How do I make vanilla steamer dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A warm, comforting drink made with steamed whole milk and vanilla syrup for a smooth vanilla flavor without caffeine.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

256 Calories / serving

10.2g Fat

32.5g Carbs

9.9g Protein

33.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~256 cal · 10g fat · 33g carbs · 10g protein · 33g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 256 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 35 min·1.8 mi·~3500 steps
Moderate cycling 26 min·5.2 mi
Swimming laps 36 min
Jogging 25 min·2.1 mi·~4000 steps
Stair climbing 24 min·~2150 steps
Dancing 42 min
Bodyweight circuit training 26 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 59 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.