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Christmas Chai Latte

Delightful Christmas Chai Latte to Warm Your Holidays

This Christmas Chai Latte is a cozy blend of aromatic spices and creamy textures, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Best Recipes
Cuisine: Beverage
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chai Base
  • 2 cups filtered water Use filtered water for a cleaner taste.
  • 2 tablespoons black tea leaves Assam or Darjeeling work best.
  • 1 cup milk Use whole or plant-based alternatives like almond or oat.
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar Adjust to your liking.
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Freshly ground enhances warmth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Ensure they're fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger Fresh ginger can intensify flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom Freshly ground for optimal taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds sweetness and nuttiness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Just a pinch adds subtle heat.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream Essential for the whipped topping.
  • 2 teaspoons honey Naturally sweetens the whipped cream.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mix together ground cinnamon, cloves, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and black pepper. Set aside 1/4 teaspoon for the whipped cream.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of filtered water to a gentle simmer. Add black tea leaves, brown sugar, and the spice mixture. Stir and steep for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of milk or plant-based alternative, and heat gently until creamy but do not boil.
  4. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into mugs, removing tea leaves and spices.
  5. In a bowl, combine 1 cup heavy cream, reserved spice mix, and honey. Beat until soft peaks form.
  6. Spoon or pipe the whipped cream over the chai latte. Sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 16gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust ingredients to cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. Serve in colorful mugs for a festive touch.

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