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Chai Tea Latte

A warm, spiced beverage made from black tea and cozy spices, blended with milk for a comforting drink you can customize at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage, Snack
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chai Base
  • 2 bags black tea bags Assam or English Breakfast work great
  • 1.25 cups water for simmering spices
  • 1 cup milk dairy, oat, or almond all work
  • 1-2 tablespoons sugar, honey, or maple syrup to sweeten
  • 1 small stick cinnamon
  • 4 pods cardamom
  • 3 cloves cloves
  • 3 pieces black peppercorns
  • 3 slices fresh ginger thinly sliced
  • a pinch ground cinnamon for topping
  • a tiny dash vanilla extract optional for warmth

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small pot, add water, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, peppercorns, and ginger. Bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
  2. Turn off the heat and add tea bags or loose tea. Steep for 4 to 5 minutes, up to 6 minutes for a stronger cup.
  3. Remove tea bags or strain out the spices. Stir in your sweetener while the tea is hot so it dissolves easily.
  4. In a separate pot or microwave, heat milk until hot but not boiling. Froth until foamy.
  5. Pour spiced tea into your mug, then top with hot milk and foam. Finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

Adjust sweetness and spice to taste. For variations, try an iced version by chilling the spiced tea or add a shot of espresso for a dirty chai.