Indulge in the warm embrace of a homemade chai latte, a comforting beverage that harmoniously blends the robust flavors of black tea, aromatic spices, and creamy milk. Originating from India, this beloved drink has captivated taste buds worldwide with its symphony of flavors. Our curated collection of chai latte recipes offers a delightful journey through variations that cater to diverse preferences, dietary needs, and brewing methods. From classic stovetop preparations to the convenience of an electric frother or the richness of a slow cooker, these recipes guide you in crafting a perfect cup of chai latte at home. Whether you prefer the traditional black tea base or a caffeine-free herbal infusion, our recipes accommodate your choices. Experience the delightful variations, including a luscious vegan chai latte made with almond or soy milk and a decadent chai latte smoothie, perfect for a refreshing and nutritious treat. Embrace the versatility of chai lattes as you explore the unique flavor profiles they offer, and find your perfect match among these enticing recipes.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
CHAI TEA LATTE
My family loves this comforting chai tea latte recipe, especially on cold days instead of cocoa or when they're feeling under the weather. I simplified this chai tea recipe by using the filter basket of our coffeepot. It's delicious and great after dinner! -Julie Plummer, Sykesville, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the tea bags, cinnamon, ginger and allspice in the coffee filter of a drip coffeemaker. Add water; brew according to manufacturer's directions. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the milk, brown sugar and creamer. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through and sugar is dissolved. Pour milk mixture into mugs; stir in tea. If desired, dollop with whipped topping and sprinkle with nutmeg.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHAI TEA LATTE
This is really similar to the brand Oregon® Chai. Simply delicious either hot or iced! This will save you more money than buying the chai. In India, each family has their own way of making it, so you should experiment to find your favorite blend.
Provided by greatbaker12
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pour boiling water over tea bag in a mug; let steep 4 to 6 minutes. Remove and discard tea bag.
- Stir honey and sugar into tea to dissolve. Stir milk through tea to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 14.6 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 80.8 mg, Sugar 21.9 g
HOMEMADE CHAI LATTE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories beverage
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the chai: In a 48-ounce French press coffee maker, combine the coffee, cardamom, cinnamon, ground ginger, allspice, grated ginger, pepper, cloves, salt and water. Place the lid on the coffee press with the plunger extended. Let the mixture brew for 4 minutes. Press down the plunger.
- While the coffee mixture is brewing, whisk the nonfat milk in a heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat until very thick and foamy, 5 to 6 minutes.
- For the cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon until combined. Set aside.
- Pour the coffee mixture into a medium saucepan and rewarm over medium heat. Stir in the condensed milk. Divide the chai among 4 cups and spoon large dollops of the whisked nonfat milk on top. Sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar and serve.
HOMEMADE COCONUT CHAI TEA LATTE
Steps:
- Lightly crush the peppercorns, cardamom, cloves and cinnamon, and put in a medium saucepan. Add the ginger, if using. Add 6 cups cold water to the saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from the heat and add the tea bags. Let them steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags, and let steep another 10 minutes.
- Put the milks and sugar in a medium saucepan and bring to simmer. Strain the tea mixture into the milk mixture and heat through for 1 minute. Whisk the mixture until frothy. Pour the tea into 4 mugs and garnish with cinnamon sticks.
CARAMEL-CHAI TEA LATTE
Inspired by the spicy chai drinks served at coffee shops, I whipped up a caramel-drizzled latte I can enjoy at home anytime. -Katelyn Kelly, Perryville, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water and milk to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add tea bags. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Remove from heat; continue steeping, covered, 5 minutes. , Squeeze excess liquid from all tea bags into tea; discard tea bags. Stir in caramel syrup. If desired, top servings with whipped cream and caramel topping.,
Nutrition Facts :
CHAI LATTE CUPCAKES
These flavorful chai latte cupcakes with buttercream frosting smell just as good as they taste! Chai tea can be replaced with Earl Grey tea to make London fog cupcakes. Remaining frosting can be kept in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
Provided by Sjmartin
Categories Desserts Cakes Cupcake Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- Warm 3/4 cup milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly to make sure it does not burn, until piping hot but not boiling. Add chai tea bags; set aside and steep for 10 minutes.
- Beat sugar and butter together in a medium bowl using an electric mixer until creamy. Beat eggs in 1 at a time. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and cinnamon in a separate bowl. Add flour mixture to butter mixture and mix well. Stir in 1/2 cup chai mixture until batter is smooth. Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cupcakes cool to room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- Blend together butter and 2 cups confectioners' sugar in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth. Add remaining chai mixture and gradually add remaining 1 cup confectioners' sugar while continuously mixing. Blend until frosting is smooth and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Place frosting into a piping bag, snip off tip of bag with scissors, and pipe onto cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.7 calories, Carbohydrate 61.7 g, Cholesterol 72.9 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 198.8 mg, Sugar 48.3 g
SPICY CHAI LATTE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories beverage
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the tea bags, peppercorns, cinnamon sticks, ginger and 4 cups water in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the almond milk and sugar. Reduce the heat to low and allow to simmer gently for about 10 minutes.
- Strain the mixture into a small slow cooker to keep warm during a party or ladle directly into 8 mugs, taking care to leave the spices in the saucepan. Serve with rye on the side for guests to add 1 ounce themselves, and garnish with orange twists, if desired.
CHOCOLATE CHAI LATTE CAKE
Spiced chai latte coffee mix lends fabulous flavor to chocolate cake conveniently prepared in a 13x9 pan.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h55m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease or spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour.
- In small bowl, toss chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of the cake mix. In large bowl, beat remaining cake mix, 1/4 cup dry chai latte mix, the water, oil and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in coated chocolate chips. Pour into pan.
- Bake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- In medium bowl, mix powdered sugar and butter until smooth; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, microwave milk on High 10 to 15 seconds or until very warm. Stir in 1 tablespoon dry chai latte mix until dissolved; stir into powdered sugar mixture until smooth and spreadable. Spread over cake. Just before serving, sprinkle with cinnamon. Store loosely covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 40 g, TransFat 0 g
HOT CHAI LATTE
A delicious, warm, old-fashioned style Chai Tea. With yummy spices, and authentic flavors, it's bound to be a hit with the whole family!
Provided by RILEYCARLSON
Categories Drinks Recipes Tea Hot
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the milk and water in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Once this mixture has warmed, place the orange peel, cloves, cinnamon stick, peppercorns, nutmeg, sugar and tea leaves into the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the color deepens to your liking. Strain out spices, and pour into cups.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 55.4 mg, Sugar 14.2 g
SPICED CHAI LATTE
Recharge with this tea-based beverage in the morning or afternoon.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Yield Makes 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the tea, cloves, star anise, and cinnamon stick in a teapot or heatproof pitcher. Add the boiling water and let steep for 3 to 4 minutes. Strain the tea into 4 cups. Stir in the sweetener and hot milk and serve.
CHAI LATTE CUPCAKES
Take a taste adventure with a sweet new cupcake.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h50m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place Reynolds Baking Cups in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
- Make and bake cake mix as directed on box for 24 cupcakes. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In medium microwavable bowl, microwave baking chips on High 30 seconds; stir until melted. If necessary, microwave 15 seconds longer. Stir until smooth; cool 5 minutes. Stir in frosting until well blended.
- Immediately spread or pipe frosting mixture on cupcakes. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Store loosely covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 1 g
HONEY CHAI TEA LATTE
No need to head to the local coffee shop for your next chai tea latte - we've got the perfect solution with our homemade, sweet & spicy Honey Chai Tea Latte.
Provided by Aunt Sue's® Raw Honey
Categories Drinks Recipes Tea Hot
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Toast the spices in a medium saucepan over medium heat till fragrant. Add water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat, and add to tea bags. Steep another five minutes, then remove tea bags.
- Strain, then stir in milk and honey. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 30.6 mg, Sugar 17.4 g
ICED CHAI/ESPRESSO LATTE
All the caffeine of espresso with the flavor of chai :) Use 2 tea bags for an extra strong flavor. I like to top with whipped cream and sprinkled cinnamon or drizzled honey. Tip: If you don't have an espresso machine and use regular strength coffee, you can vary the recipe as follows: 1) brew coffee; 2) place tea bags & sugar in hot coffee to soak and place in the refrigerator to chill; 3) mix with half n half.
Provided by heidi
Categories Beverages
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut open the tea bags and place in the bottom of the filter cup for your espresso machine.
- Place the coffee on top of the tea leaves (straining the espresso over the chai gives it the strongest flavor).
- Brew the espresso and mix in the sugar while it is still hot.
- Pour into a 12 ounce glass and quickly stir in 4-5 ice cubes until the side of the glass feels chilled.
- Fill to the top with milk.
CHAI LATTE CREME BRULEE
Rich, creamy, and loaded with spices!
Provided by seabright1226
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 5h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk cream, half-and-half, scraped vanilla seeds, and vanilla pod in a saucepan. Place over medium heat and bring just to a boil. Remove from heat and add chai tea bags to the cream mixture; cover and let steep for 15 minutes. Squeeze tea bags and discard; discard spent vanilla bean pod.
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Whisk egg, egg yolks, and 1/2 cup sugar in a bowl until smooth. Slowly whisk in cream mixture, followed by cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice.
- Spoon cream mixture into 6 6-ounce ramekins. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Place ramekins in a baking pan and carefully pour enough boiling water into the pan to reach halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the desserts are softly set, 35 to 40 minutes. Remove ramekins from the water bath and refrigerate for 4 hours to overnight.
- Sprinkle each dessert with about 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar in an even layer. Use a kitchen torch to lightly brown and caramelize the sugar, about 1 minute; let the hot topping cool and harden before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 328.2 mg, Fat 38.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 22.8 g, Sodium 67.1 mg, Sugar 27.6 g
WHITE CHOCOLATE CHAI LATTE
This is made with green tea, not with black. Not exactly a very classical chai, but made out of a sudden green tea - cardamom - latte - craving. It turned out much better than I ever hoped it would! I used rice milk, but will post it just with "milk", use what matches your needings.
Provided by Mia in Germany
Categories Beverages
Time 6m
Yield 1 cup, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put all ingredients except the white chocolate in a blender and mix on high.
- Pour mixture into a sauce pan, add white chocolate, bring to a slight simmer and simmer for 4 minutes.
- Put hot mixture back into blender, blend again on high until creamy.
- Strain through a sieve.
- Serve hot.
- Enjoy!
SLOW COOKER DIRTY CHAI LATTE
Provided by Food Network
Categories beverage
Time 6h5m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- For the chai tea: Add the water (or milk) and chai tea powder to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 5 hours. Add some cinnamon sticks and star anise and cook for 1 hour more.
- For the dirty chai lattes: Ladle some of the slow cooker chai into each cup of coffee. Serve with some whipped cream and a cinnamon stick for garnish.
CINNAMON CHAI LATTE
We don't have this chai latte mix in Australia but I was lucky enough to be given some in a swap and decided to check out the General Foods website and came across this recipe. Cool Whip is also not an Australian grocery line so I just topped mine off with some dairy whip (whipped cream in a can for non Aussie chefs)
Provided by Mandy
Categories Beverages
Time 2m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- PLACE flavored drink mix, cinnamon stick and whipped topping in mug.
- ADD milk gradually, stirring with cinnamon stick until well blended.
- SERVE immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.5, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 35.7, Sodium 92.5, Carbohydrate 8.7, Protein 6.2
CHAI LATTE BARS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield about 24 bars
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish; line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on 2 sides. Butter the parchment. Whisk the flour, oats, malted milk powder, cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, cloves and salt in a large bowl.
- Beat the butter and brown sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined. Reduce the mixer speed to low; beat in the flour mixture until just incorporated. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake until the top is golden brown and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the white chocolate, then return to the oven until the chocolate softens, about 45 seconds. Remove from the oven and spread the chocolate into a smooth layer. Top with nonpareils. Transfer to a rack and let cool completely, then lift out of the pan using the parchment; cut into squares.
VANILLA MATCHA CHAI LATTE (DAIRY FREE)
This is my new love. I tried a matcha latte at Teaopia tea shop and fell in love with the detox & energy of this Japanese tea. I love that the caffeine in matcha releases slowly into the blood not like caffeine in coffee so you don't get jittery unless you drink a ton without eating anything else, then maybe. Modified from a recipe found on http://www.domatcha.com
Provided by UmmBinat
Categories Smoothies
Time 25m
Yield 2 big glasses, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Blend water and almonds until very smooth.
- Strain through a fine sieve.
- Bring almond milk and spices to a boil.
- Boil for 5 minutes with the lid off, then simmer for 10 minutes covered.
- Strain into a blender (I use glass). Let the mixture cool down for a few minutes, then add the matcha powder & vanilla and blend. Add raw honey to taste. I probably use more than an 1/8 cup but do it to taste.
- Enjoy hot or cold. (I prefer it hot though).
CHAI LATTE MUFFINS
Make and share this Chai Latte Muffins recipe from Food.com.
Provided by swirlycinnacakes
Categories Quick Breads
Time 36m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Heat milk to almost boiling (in the microwave or a small sauce pan) and steep the tea bags for about 10 minutes, making very strong, milky tea. Don't worry about making the tea bitter (which can happen as a result of oversteeping) because you won't taste it in the end product.
- In a large bowl whisk together oil, yogurt, sugar and vanilla.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and spices. Pour half into the yogurt mixture, stirring well, followed by the tea mixture and the rest of the flour. Stir only until just combined, then evenly distribute into prepared muffin tin.
- Bake for about 21-23 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the muffin springs back when lightly pressed.
- Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Top with sifted confectioners' sugar when cooled. Mix 2 tbsp cocoa powder with 1 tsp cinnamon and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg together in a small bowl. Sift lightly over top of the sugar (using a stencil for accuracy, if you want) to add a bit of extra spice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 1.3, Sodium 154.8, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 13.2, Protein 2.8
Tips:
- Use Loose-Leaf Tea: For an aromatic and flavorful chai latte, opt for loose-leaf black tea instead of tea bags. It allows the tea leaves to fully infuse and release their natural flavors.
- Freshly Grind Spices: Grinding your own spices, such as cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger, just before brewing the chai tea enhances their flavor and aroma.
- Steep Tea Properly: Properly steeping the chai tea is crucial for optimal flavor. Follow the recommended steeping time for your chosen black tea, typically around 3-5 minutes.
- Use Quality Milk: The milk used in your chai latte greatly impacts the taste. Choose high-quality milk, such as whole milk or almond milk, for a richer and creamier latte.
- Sweeten to Your Preference: Adjust the sweetness of your chai latte to your liking. Use honey, maple syrup, or your preferred sweetener, adding it gradually to achieve the desired level of sweetness.
- Garnish Elegantly: Elevate the presentation of your chai latte by garnishing it with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or a dash of whipped cream for a touch of indulgence.
Conclusion:
Indulge in the comforting and flavorful experience of a homemade chai latte with this comprehensive guide. By following these tips and brewing techniques, you can create a barista-quality chai latte in the comfort of your own home. Experiment with different spices, milks, and sweeteners to personalize your perfect cup of chai latte and enjoy it as a cozy treat any time of the day. Whether you prefer a classic chai latte or a unique variation, the possibilities are endless, so embrace your creativity and savor the warm embrace of this delightful beverage.
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