Description
A warm and cozy homemade Christmas Chai Latte with spiced whipped cream, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups milk (or a plant-based alternative)
- 1 tbsp black tea leaves (or 2 black tea bags)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- a pinch of ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp of the spice mix (prepared above)
Instructions
- Mix spices and set aside 1/4 tsp for cream.
- Simmer water, tea, sugar, and spices.
- Add milk and steep for 5 mins on low.
- Strain into mugs.
- Whip cream, honey, and spice mix.
- Top chai with cream and a spice sprinkle.
Notes
For a stronger spice flavor, simmer the spices in water for a few extra minutes before adding the milk.
Keywords: christmas chai latte, homemade chai, holiday drink, spiced latte, chai recipe
