How to Make Hot Chai Latte - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a hot chai latte to warm you up on a cold day. The rich, aromatic flavors of spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger combined with the creamy richness of milk make for a comforting and delicious beverage. Whether you're looking for a cozy drink to enjoy at home or a special treat to serve to guests, this hot chai latte recipe is sure to hit the spot.

One of the best things about making a hot chai latte at home is that you can tailor it to your own tastes....

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 large strip of orange peel
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1 (3 inch) cinnamon stick
  • 3 whole black peppercorns
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 4 teaspoons white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons black tea leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • 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

    111 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 55mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 184mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 235mg