Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons black tea leaves (Assam or Darjeeling)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 cardamom pods (lightly crushed)
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (sliced thinly)
- 3 whole cloves
- 2 tablespoons sugar or sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative like almond or oat milk)
Instructions
- Bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a saucepan.
- Add black tea leaves, cinnamon stick, crushed cardamom, sliced ginger, and cloves. Let steep for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in sugar while the mixture simmers; adjust sweetness to taste.
- Pour in 1 cup of milk and heat gently until just bubbling.
- Strain into mugs and enjoy your homemade chai tea latte!
Notes
- For a vegan version, use plant-based milk.
- Feel free to experiment with different sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg