Chai Latte
Warm up with a delicious chai latte – a creamy blend of black tea, milk, and aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom. Perfect for cozy mornings or an energizing afternoon treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk (or any plant-based alternative)
- 2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose black tea)
- 2–3 whole cloves
- 1–2 cardamom pods (crushed)
- 1 small cinnamon stick (or ½ tsp ground cinnamon)
- ½ inch fresh ginger (sliced or grated)
- 1–2 black peppercorns (optional, for spice)
- 1–2 tsp sugar, honey, or sweetener (adjust to taste)
Instructions
Boil The Spices:
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and peppercorns. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to extract the flavors.
Add Tea:
- Add the black tea bags or loose tea to the simmering water. Let steep for 3–5 minutes, depending on how strong you want your chai.
Add Milk And Sweetener:
- Pour in the milk and add your preferred sweetener. Bring the mixture back to a gentle boil.
Strain And Serve:
- Strain the chai into cups using a fine mesh strainer. Discard the spices and tea leaves or bags.
Enjoy:
- Serve hot and enjoy your warm, spiced chai latte.