Name: Chai Latte
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: . Spices; 3 sticks cinnamon sticks (plus more for garnish); 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 5 whole cloves; 4 green cardamom pods (crushed); 2 star anise; . Milk; 2½ cups almond milk (or any milk, plus more foamed milk for topping if desired); 1 (1-inch) fresh ginger (thinly sliced); . Tea and Sweetener; 2 black tea bags; 2 teaspoons maple syrup (plus more to taste); Ground cinnamon (for dusting, optional)

Warm up your day with a cozy cup of homemade Chai Latte! This aromatic blend of spices and milk is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Let's dive into the comforting world of chai!

Why You'll Love This

This Chai Latte is a delightful way to enjoy spices that warm you from the inside out. The combination of almond milk and sweet maple syrup creates a creamy, dreamy drink that's perfect for any time of the day.

Quick Tips

Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your liking with more maple syrup. And don't forget that sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top—it's the finishing touch that makes it extra special!

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare the Spices:
Step 1

- Toast the Spices: Place the cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, cloves, cardamom pods, and star anise in a small pot. Toast over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Simmer the Milk:
Step 2

- Add Almond Milk: Add the almond milk and ginger and reduce the heat to low. Gently simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 3

- Steep the Tea: Turn off the heat and add the tea bags. Cover and steep for 10 minutes.
Strain and Serve:
Step 4

- Strain the Mixture: Set a fine mesh strainer over a bowl or liquid measuring cup. Pour the tea mixture through the strainer to remove the spices, tea bags, and ginger.
Step 5

- Add Sweetness: Stir in the maple syrup, adding more to taste. Pour into mugs and top with foamed milk, if desired. Garnish each mug with a cinnamon stick and dust with ground cinnamon, if using.

Nutrition

Calories: 180, Fat: 7g, Carbs: 25g, Protein: 3g

Cooking techniques

Toasting spices enhances their flavors, making your Chai Latte even more aromatic! Always use low heat when simmering milk to prevent scorching.

Variations or substitutions

Feel free to substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice. You can also experiment with different sweeteners like honey or agave syrup!

Storage tips

Store any leftover chai mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Notes

For an extra kick, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spices!