Cozy Up with a Delicious Christmas Chai Latte Recipe

Warm your heart with a comforting Christmas Chai Latte, layered with spices and creamy goodness.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Holiday

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chai Base

3 cups Water The essential base for brewing your Christmas Chai Latte
2 tbsp Black Tea Opt for strong black tea like Assam or Darjeeling
1 tbsp Brown Sugar Adjust to your taste
1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon Use fresh spices for vibrant taste

For the Spice Mix

1 tsp Ground Cloves Fresh ground will give it more depth
1 tsp Ground Ginger Increase for a spicier latte
1 tsp Ground Cardamom Freshly ground is better for flavor
1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg Freshly grated brings extra aromatic touch
1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper Enhances the chai experience

For the Creaminess

1 cup Milk Whole or plant-based alternative
1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream works for dairy-free
1 tbsp Honey Adjust for sweetness

Equipment

saucepan
Mixing bowl
Fine-Mesh Strainer
Whisk

Method

Preparation Steps

In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon, cloves, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and black pepper. Reserve 1/4 teaspoon for whipped cream.
Pour water into a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer. Add black tea, brown sugar, and spice mix.
Reduce heat and add milk, stirring to steep gently for 5 minutes.
Strain the chai into a mug using a fine-mesh strainer.
Whisk together heavy cream and reserved spice mix, adding honey until soft peaks form.
Top your chai with spiced whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best taste, use fresh spices and milk alternatives to your liking.

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