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A steaming cup of Christmas Chai Latte topped with cinnamon and whipped cream.

Christmas Chai Latte

A cozy and comforting drink perfect for the holiday season, blending spices and sweetness to bring warmth during chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups milk (whole milk or lactose-free)
  • 2 bags black tea
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 1 whole clove
  • 2–3 pods cardamom, lightly crushed
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 small piece fresh ginger (or ½ tsp ginger powder)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch nutmeg
  • Whipped cream and ground cinnamon for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, gently warm the milk with the cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom, ginger, and star anise over low heat until steaming, allowing the spices to infuse.
  2. Once the milk is steaming, turn off the heat and drop in the tea bags. Let them steep for 3 to 4 minutes based on your preference for chai strength. Remove and discard the tea bags.
  3. Stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of nutmeg. Whisk until creamy. For a frothy top, use a hand frother for 10 to 15 seconds.
  4. Pour the Christmas Chai Latte into festive mugs, garnish with whipped cream, dust with cinnamon, and add a cinnamon stick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 80mgSugar: 25g

Notes

Serve warm in a festive mug. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving. Stir well as spices may settle.

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