Chai Latte

This chai latte is warmly spiced with cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and black tea for a cozy, cafe-style drink at home. It is sweetened to taste and finished with a touch of vanilla and ground cinnamon.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 2 servings

Course: beverage

Cuisine: Indian

Calories: 140

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

2 cup water
2 black tea bags or 2 tablespoons loose-leaf black tea
1 cinnamon stick
4 whole cardamom pods, lightly crushed
4 whole cloves
4 slices fresh ginger
2 black peppercorns, lightly crushed
2 tbsp granulated sugar or honey or to taste
1 1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
ground cinnamon for serving

Equipment

small saucepan
wooden spoon
fine mesh strainer
measuring cups
mugs

Method

In a small saucepan, combine the water, cinnamon stick, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and peppercorns.
Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the spices.
Add the black tea bags or loose-leaf tea and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, depending on how strong you want the tea flavor.
Stir in the sugar or honey until dissolved, then pour in the milk and add the vanilla extract.
Warm the mixture over low heat until hot and steaming, but do not let it boil.
Strain the chai latte into mugs, discarding the spices and tea leaves or tea bags.
Top with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and serve immediately.

Notes

Use milk, honey, or sugar to taste, and adjust the tea steeping time for a stronger or milder chai flavor. For a dairy-free version, substitute your favorite plant-based milk.