Steamy steamers

My kids love steamers. When my husband and I have coffee, you can be sure there are children around begging for their own version. I found that we can make a version of our own steamers that will warm up your little snowmen in no time.

Ginger Bread Steamers

Ingredients:

1 cup milk (skim, 2% or whole)
1/2 tsp. molasses
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4tsp. ground cinnamon
1 1/2 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)

Preparation:


Combine all ingredients in a microwave-safe container. Heat on high 1 to 2 minutes until milk is scalded, but not boiling.
Stir.
Beat with an immersion blender, magic bullet, or just in a regular blender for 1 to 2 minutes.
Garnish with cinnamon sticks.
Serve imm ediately.T o make a vanilla steamer omit molasses, cloves and brown sugar. Add 2 Tablespoons white sugar and 1 tea spoon vanilla extract or 1 tablespoon of vanilla syrup.