Breakfast

Chai Latte

Name: Chai Latte
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup whole milk; 3/4 cup water; 2 black tea bags (Assam or English Breakfast blend); 3 whole cloves; 2 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed; 1 cinnamon stick (2 inches); 2 slices fresh ginger (1/4 inch thick); 1 black peppercorn; 1 teaspoon honey or agave (optional)

A warm, aromatic drink built on brewed chai spices and black tea, finished with steamed milk for creaminess. Naturally sweet-spiced and deeply comforting.

204calper serving 9gprotein 26gcarbs 8gfat 2min prep 8min cook 1serves

✓ Macros from a nutrition database · per serving · developed by The Delicious Kitchen with AI assistance, not independently kitchen-tested · how we calculate this

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Chai Latte — common questions

Can I use chai tea bags instead of making it from loose spices?

Yes; use 2 chai tea bags instead of loose spices and black tea bags—steep for 4 minutes in the water, then add milk as usual. Flavor will be milder but still authentic.

What if I don't have fresh ginger?

Omit it or use 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger added with the spices; the fresh version is more aromatic, but ground ginger works.

How do I avoid a weak-tasting chai?

Steep the spices first for 2–3 minutes before adding tea bags so they release their oils; short steeping or skipping this step results in bland chai with tea flavor dominating.

Can I make a big batch ahead?

Make the spiced water concentrate (without milk), store it in the fridge for up to 3 days, reheat it, and add fresh steamed milk when ready to serve.

What's the best way to froth milk without a steamer?

Heat milk in a mug in the microwave for 60–90 seconds, then use a fork or small whisk to vigorously whisk for 30 seconds until small bubbles form on the surface.