Christmas Chai Latte
Cozy up this season with a rich, spiced Christmas Chai Latte that combines traditional chai spices and comforting sweetness for a creamy, festive drink perfect for chilly days and holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering and Frothing
- Cuisine: Holiday / Christmas
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan option available
Ingredients
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Tea and Spices
- 2 black tea bags
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 4 cardamom pods, slightly crushed
- 1 star anise
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
Milk and Sweeteners
- 2 cups milk or milk alternative (almond, oat, coconut, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Spiced Tea Base: Combine black tea bags, cinnamon sticks, cloves, cardamom pods, star anise, and sliced fresh ginger in a pot with 3 cups of boiling water. Let it steep for about 10 minutes to extract the aromatic spices and rich tea flavor.
- Warm the Milk: While the spiced tea is brewing, gently warm your choice of milk or milk alternative on the stove or with a frother until steaming but not boiling.
- Sweeten and Flavor: Remove the tea bags and strain out whole spices. Stir in honey (or your preferred sweetener) and vanilla extract for added sweetness and depth.
- Combine and Froth: Pour the warm milk into the spiced tea and whisk or froth the mixture until light and airy, creating a velvety texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the Christmas Chai Latte into your favorite mug and garnish as desired with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, a cinnamon stick, or star anise pod.
Notes
- Use whole spices instead of ground for brighter, more intense flavor.
- Add sweetener gradually and taste to avoid overpowering the chai’s natural warmth.
- Avoid steeping too long or at too high a temperature to prevent bitterness.
- Froth milk just before serving to maintain light and fresh texture.
- Adjust the amount of ginger and cinnamon to customize heat and aroma.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250 ml)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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Find it online: https://marygourmet.com/christmas-chai-latte/