Description
This Easy Chai Tea Latte is a quick and comforting homemade beverage that combines the spicy warmth of chai with creamy steamed milk. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, it requires just a few simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. Enjoy a perfectly sweetened, frothy chai latte in just minutes, customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
Tea Base
- ¼ cup filtered water
- 1 chai tea bag
- 2 teaspoons (8g) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
Milk Froth
- ¾ cup milk (any percentage)
- Cinnamon (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Boil Water and Steep Tea: In a small pot, bring ¼ cup of filtered water to a boil. Pour the boiling water into an 8-ounce mug and add the chai tea bag. Let it steep for 5 minutes to extract the rich chai flavors. After steeping, remove and discard the tea bag.
- Add Sugar to Tea: Stir 2 teaspoons of granulated sugar into the hot tea until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness according to your preference.
- Heat and Froth Milk: While the tea steeps, pour ¾ cup of milk into the small pot and heat over medium heat. Warm the milk until it begins to steam, ensuring it does not reach a boil. Whisk vigorously by hand or use a handheld milk frother to create a creamy, foamy texture.
- Combine Milk and Tea: Pour most of the steamed and frothed milk into the tea concentrate, stirring gently to combine. Then add the remaining milk along with the foam on top for a velvety finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon over the foam for added warmth and aroma. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade chai tea latte!
Notes
- If you prefer a less sweet chai latte, start with 1 teaspoon of sugar and add more gradually to taste.
- This recipe yields one 8-ounce latte. To make a larger latte for an oversized cup, increase the ingredients by 1.5 or double the recipe accordingly.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
