Masala Chai Latte

Name: Masala Chai Latte
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup water; 1 cup whole milk; 2 tsp loose-leaf Assam black tea (or 2 bags); 4 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed; 1 cinnamon stick; 6 slices fresh ginger, thinly sliced; 6 whole black peppercorns; 2 whole cloves; 2 tsp granulated sugar or honey

A warming Indian spiced tea latte simmered with whole spices, robust black tea, and steamed whole milk for a rich, fragrant drink that is both comforting and aromatic.

15 minEasyServes 2150 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup whole milk
2 tsp loose-leaf Assam black tea (or 2 bags)
4 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
1 cinnamon stick
6 slices fresh ginger, thinly sliced
6 whole black peppercorns
2 whole cloves
2 tsp granulated sugar or honey

Instructions

1

In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water with 4 lightly crushed green cardamom pods, 1 cinnamon stick, 6 slices thinly sliced fresh ginger, 6 whole black peppercorns, and 2 whole cloves. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer the spices for 3 minutes to bloom their flavor.
3

Add 2 tsp loose-leaf Assam black tea (or 2 bags) to the saucepan and simmer for 2 minutes more.
4

Pour in 1 cup whole milk and bring back to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until frothy and fragrant. Watch carefully so the milk does not boil over.
5

Stir in 2 tsp granulated sugar or honey until dissolved.
6

Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into two mugs and serve immediately.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for honey in Masala Chai Latte?

The entry for Masala Chai Latte calls for 2 tsp granulated sugar or honey. In its place: Maple syrup or agave, measure for measure, which also makes it vegan.

Can I make Masala Chai Latte dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Masala Chai Latte is 1 cup whole milk. Swap the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Masala Chai Latte vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1 cup whole milk and 2 tsp granulated sugar or honey. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan non-alcoholic drink collection.

How many calories are in Masala Chai Latte?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) is about 150 calories, with 4 g protein, 18 g carbohydrate and 4 g fat, plus 70 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Masala Chai Latte for a group?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Halved, the water drops from 1 cup to 1/2 cup; doubled, it is 2 cups. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To make a pitcher, multiply everything and stir over ice at the end.

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