Description
This recipe combines unique spices with a sweet and creamy base. It’s an elevated chai tea that is delicious in any climate. You can enjoy this as a hot or iced tea.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 chai tea bag
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Steam the milk and sugar in a small saucepan on low to medium heat- at about 130 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Turn off the heat and add the chai tea bag. Let it steep for 5 minutes, then carefully squeeze the tea bag to extract all the flavor.
- Pour the remaining ingredients (vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg) into the mixture and stir thoroughly with a whisk.
- Pour in a serving cup and enjoy!
Notes
If you don’t have the above ingredients, you can substitute the milk base and soluble sweetener with something you already have at home. Dairy milk can be replaced with oat, skim, coconut, or almond milk. You can substitute brown sugar with any sweetener, such as coconut sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
This recipe is made with powdered spices, but if you prefer to use whole fresh spices, add them to the milk while the tea is steeping. You may want to strain the tea before drinking it. Consider adding a dash of cayenne or black pepper for a spicy kick.
If you’re looking for an extra caffeine kick, add an espresso shot to make it a dirty chai latte. This makes it a great breakfast drink to give you a jolt of energy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes