Description
A cozy and easy-to-make chai latte recipe featuring warming spices, honey-sweetened chai concentrate, and frothy milk for a comforting homemade drink perfect for winter mornings or afternoons.
Ingredients
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Chai Latte Concentrate
- 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 chai tea bags
Milk
- 2 cups milk of choice
Instructions
- Make Chai Concentrate: Add honey and spices into a heat-proof jar or measuring cup. Pour in boiling water and whisk until the honey is fully dissolved. Add the chai tea bags and steep for 15 minutes to extract the flavors.
- Store or Use Immediately: If not drinking right away, allow the concentrate to cool completely, then store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If using immediately, proceed to warm the milk.
- Warm and Froth Milk: Heat the milk on the stove over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. If available, froth 1 cup of milk at a time using a milk frother for a creamy texture.
- Assemble the Latte: Divide the warmed or frothed milk evenly between two mugs. Top each with 1 cup of chai concentrate. Stir gently to combine.
- Serve and Enjoy: Sip and enjoy your homemade chai latte warm and cozy.
Notes
- Adjust honey sweetness to taste or substitute with maple syrup for a different flavor.
- Store the chai concentrate in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days for quick chai lattes anytime.
- Frothing milk adds a velvety texture, but you can skip it if you don't have a frother.
- Use any milk of choice, such as cow’s milk, almond, oat, or soy milk, to suit dietary preferences.
- Increase steeping time for stronger chai flavor or add a pinch of black pepper for a spicier kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 326 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.03 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
