Chai Latte
A comforting and flavorful drink made with black tea and warm spices for a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth.
Yield: 1 serving
Equipment
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 tea infuser or tea bag
- 1 whisk
- 1 mug
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon black tea leaves or 1 tea bag
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon honey or sweetener of choice
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- Add the tea leaves or tea bag, cinnamon stick, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg to the saucepan.
- Whisk gently to combine the spices with the milk.
- Let the mixture simmer for 3 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Remove the tea leaves or tea bag and strain the mixture into a mug.
- Add honey or sweetener of choice and stir until dissolved.
- Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Chai Latte!
Notes
For a stronger chai flavor, let the milk and spices simmer for an extra minute.
Substitute almond milk or coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or whipped cream for extra indulgence.