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Chai Latte

A cozy homemade chai latte with warm spices, frothy milk, and a cinnamon stick garnish. Perfect for a comforting treat any time of day.

Total time
15 min
Servings
1
Calories
180
Protein
8g
Chai Latte
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 bags black tea bags
  • 1 stick cinnamon stick
  • 3 cloves whole cloves
  • 1 inch piece fresh ginger
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp honey

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1 cinnamon stick, 3 cloves, and 1 inch sliced ginger. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 5 minutes until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add 2 black tea bags and steep for 3-4 minutes, until the tea is dark and aromatic. Remove the tea bags and strain the spiced water into a clean saucepan, discarding solids.

  3. 3

    Stir in 1 cup milk and 2 tbsp honey. Heat over medium, whisking occasionally, until steaming and frothy, about 3-4 minutes. Do not boil.

  4. 4

    Froth the mixture with a milk frother or whisk vigorously for 30 seconds until foamy.

  5. 5

    Pour into a mug, sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon if desired, and garnish with a cinnamon stick. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • small saucepan
  • whisk or milk frother
  • strainer
  • mug

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