Pumpkin Tea Cake is a delicious fall cake that pairs so well with a good cup of tea! Fall is the time of year that you want to break into the pumpkin and spices to get into the spirit of the season. This Pumpkin Tea Cake recipe is super easy to make and can even be made with lower calories ingredients. Let's get right into it! Pumpkin Tea Cake Recipe Start with your dry Ingredients: 1 Cup Flour 1 Cup Sugar or Sugar Substitute for lower calorie option 1 ½ Tsp Cinnamon ½ Tsp Nutmeg ¼ Tsp Ground Cloves ½ Tsp Salt 1 Tsp Baking Powder 1 Tsp Baking Soda Then add your wet ingredients: 1 15oz Can Pumpkin...
Unleash the flavor with cold brewed tea Cold brewing tea is a method that comes with both advantages and risks. We are going to run through all the questions from how to cold brew, why you should an what are the risks? How do you cold brew tea? Unlike traditional hot brewing methods, cold brew involves steeping tea leaves in cold water or warm water for an extended period, typically 12-24 hours. Why would you want to cold brew your tea? This slow extraction process yields a bolder, less astringent tea with a smoother mouthfeel and naturally lower caffeine content. This method is great for all teas but with Oolong teas in particular it can be an excellent way to...
Microwaved Tea: Friend or Foe? There's nothing quite like a soothing cup of tea on a chilly day. But in the rush of modern life, convenience often trumps tradition. This begs the question: is microwaving your tea a quick and dirty hack, or a recipe for disappointment? The Case for Convenience: Those that love the microwave method love its speed and simplicity. No kettle, no stovetop – just pop in your tea and water in a mug, zap it, and voila! Instant warm beverage. Some studies even suggest that microwaving unlocks more caffeine and antioxidants, potentially boosting the health benefits. But Hold Your Horses: Science throws a splash of cold water on these claims. Microwaves heat liquids unevenly, creating hot spots...
