By Krista Teigen
Published Feb 16, 2024
This homemade Chai Latte recipe is quick and easy to make, with all the warm spices and cozy flavor of chai tea. With just the right amount of milkiness and plenty of froth on top, this latte is better than anything you can get in a drive-thru!
What’s in This Chai Latte Recipe?
- Vanilla: Pure vanilla extract adds wonderful warmth to this latte.
- Spices : Ground cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, allspice, nutmeg, and cloves are all warming spices with a bit of holiday cheer!
- Tea: Black tea is the base of this chai. We like Assam or Darjeeling best, but any black tea will work. Make sure to brew it strong since we’ll be adding milk.
- Milk: Any type of milk works wonderfully in this recipe; however, whole dairy milk will froth the best.
- Maple Syrup: Adds a touch of nutty sweetness. Adjust to your personal tastes.
Notes from the Test Kitchen
Warming spices, vanilla extract, and nutty black tea create a warm and comforting cup. Milk adds a velvety texture to this latte that’ll warm you up on even the coldest of days!
Variations on a Chai Tea Latte
You can change up the flavor of this latte by adding different flavoring syrups in place of the maple syrup. Apple syrup , pumpkin syrup , or caramel sauce would all be delicious! You can also make a dirty chai by adding a shot of espresso .
How to Store and Reheat
If you have leftovers, store your chai latte tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a pot set over medium-low heat or in the microwave until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
We like to enjoy an afternoon chai latte with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top and a cookie for dunking. Our favorite to pair with this spicy drink is a classic shortbread cookie so as not to detract from the flavors. A gingerbread cookie would be a great holiday pairing that enhances the spices.
If you’re not a coffee drinker, this chai latte makes a perfect breakfast pick-me-up served with cake mix coffee cake , cinnamon rolls , or classic bacon and eggs.
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ ¾ cup water
- ▢ 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
- ▢ ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
- ▢ ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ▢ ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- ▢ 2 black tea bags
- ▢ 2 cups milk plus more for frothing
- ▢ 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- ▢ Pinch kosher salt optional
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Instructions
- Heat the water, vanilla extract, and spices in a saucepan over medium heat. ¾ cup water, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom, ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice, ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- Whisk to combine.
- Once it starts to steam and bubble, remove from heat.
- Add in the tea bags and steep for 5 minutes. 2 black tea bags
- Remove the tea bags and bring the saucepan back to a simmer over medium heat.
- Whisk in the milk, maple syrup, and pinch of salt. Taste and add more maple syrup if needed. 2 cups milk, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, Pinch kosher salt
- Once heated to your liking, serve with frothed milk and a sprinkle of additional chai spices on top.
Becky’s Tips
- Brew a strong cup of tea. Let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes to extract the flavors fully.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference.
- You can froth the milk using a frother or a simple whisk for a creamy top.
- Top your chai latte with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or whole star anise for a beautiful presentation.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make a Chai Latte Step by Step
Warm the Spices: Heat ¾ cup of water, 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon of ground cardamom, ⅛ teaspoon of ground allspice, ⅛ teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and ⅛ teaspoon of ground cloves in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk to combine.
Steep the Tea: Once it starts to steam and bubble, remove the mixture from heat and add in 2 black tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.
Add the Milk: Remove the tea bags and bring the saucepan back to a simmer over medium heat. Whisk in 2 cups of milk, 1 tablespoon of pure maple syrup, and a pinch of kosher salt. Taste and add more maple syrup if needed. Once heated to your liking, serve with frothed milk and a sprinkle of additional chai spices on top.
Chai is made of brewed black tea and spices mixed with milk and sweetener.
Yes! An average-sized cup contains 35-50 milligrams of caffeine.
Chai is a warm, aromatic, and spicy tea that, when combined with sweet, creamy milk, creates a delicious cold-weather treat.
Chai tea is a great source of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Depending on the milk used, it can also be a good source of calcium and vitamin D. It makes a great alternative to a traditional coffee latte.
More Chai Recipes We Love
- Iced Chai Latte
- Spiked Chai
Chai Latte Recipe
Ingredients
- ¾ cup water
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
- ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 black tea bags
- 2 cups milk plus more for frothing
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- Pinch kosher salt optional
Instructions
- Heat the water, vanilla extract, and spices in a saucepan over medium heat. ¾ cup water, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom, ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice, ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- Whisk to combine.
- Once it starts to steam and bubble, remove from heat.
- Add in the tea bags and steep for 5 minutes. 2 black tea bags
- Remove the tea bags and bring the saucepan back to a simmer over medium heat.
- Whisk in the milk, maple syrup, and pinch of salt. Taste and add more maple syrup if needed. 2 cups milk, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, Pinch kosher salt
- Once heated to your liking, serve with frothed milk and a sprinkle of additional chai spices on top.
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Notes
- Brew a strong cup of tea. Let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes to extract the flavors fully.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference.
- You can froth the milk using a frother or a simple whisk for a creamy top.
- Top your chai latte with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or whole star anise for a beautiful presentation.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
