Chai Latte Recipe

Warm up with this incredibly aromatic and flavorful homemade Chai Latte! This recipe rivals any coffee shop chai, offering a customizable spice blend and perfect creamy texture. Learn how to make this comforting drink in just 15 minutes – perfect for cozy nights in or a delightful afternoon treat. Adjust the spices and sweetness to create your ideal cup!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 165.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chai Latte

  • 2 cups water
  • Tea Bags
  • Cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)
  • Cardamom Seeds
  • Whole Cloves
  • Ground Ginger
  • 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • Sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar) to taste

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How to Make Chai Latte

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 whole cloves, 1/2 teaspoon cardamom pods (lightly crushed), 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add 2 black tea bags (or 1.5 tsp loose leaf black tea) and steep for 3-5 minutes. Remove tea bags/strain loose leaf tea.
  5. Stir in 2 cups of milk (dairy or non-dairy) and gently heat through. Do not boil.
  6. Remove from heat and strain the spice mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs.
  7. Add sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar) to taste, stirring until fully dissolved.
  8. Top with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick (optional) for an extra touch of elegance.
  9. Enjoy your delicious homemade Chai Latte!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

17g

Carbs

8g

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