Description
Chai tea latte is a soothing blend of aromatic spices and creamy milk, perfect for cozy afternoons or relaxing evenings. Enjoy this delightful drink any season!
Ingredients
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For the Beverage:
- 2 black tea bags or 2 tablespoons loose-leaf Assam or Darjeeling tea
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste; brown sugar adds depth)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Brew the Tea:
- – Boil 2 cups of water in a pot. Add the tea bags or loose-leaf tea and steep for about 5 minutes.
- 2. Spice It Up:
- – In another pot over medium heat, combine the milk with cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and cloves. Stir gently until warmed through.
- 3. Sweeten the Deal:
- – Stir in the sugar to taste and add vanilla extract if desired.
- 4. Combine Everything:
- – Strain the brewed tea into the spiced milk mixture and stir well to combine.
- 5. Serve It Up:
- – Pour into mugs and dust with extra cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
- 6. Sip and Savor:
- – Enjoy your chai tea latte while relaxing in your favorite spot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (240ml)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg