5 Best Chai Latte Recipes

Classic Homemade Chai Latte

This timeless recipe offers a comforting blend of spices and tea, reminiscent of a traditional Indian chai.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup milk
• 2 black tea bags
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 4 cloves
• 2 cardamom pods
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cooking method:

1. In a saucepan, combine water, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Add milk and sugar, stirring well until sugar dissolves.
4. Add tea bags and steep for 5 minutes.
5. Remove tea bags and spices; stir in vanilla extract.
6. Pour into cups and enjoy warm.

Vanilla Chai Latte

This variation brings a sweet and floral note with the addition of vanilla, making it a delightful twist on the classic.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 2 black tea bags
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 cloves
• 2 cardamom pods

Cooking method:

1. Boil water with cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom.
2. Add tea bags and steep for 5 minutes.
3. Remove tea bags and spices; add milk and vanilla syrup.
4. Heat gently without boiling.
5. Froth the mixture and serve warm.

Spiced Pumpkin Chai Latte

Perfect for fall, this recipe combines pumpkin puree with chai spices for a seasonal treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1 black tea bag

Cooking method:

1. Heat milk, water, pumpkin puree, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice over medium heat.
2. Stir well until sugar is dissolved.
3. Add the tea bag and steep for 5 minutes.
4. Remove the tea bag and whisk the mixture until frothy.
5. Serve topped with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.

Iced Honey Chai Latte

A refreshing way to enjoy chai on a warm day with a hint of natural sweetness from honey.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup cold milk
• 2 black tea bags
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Ice cubes

Cooking method:

1. Boil water and steep tea bags for 5 minutes.
2. Remove tea bags and let cool.
3. Mix in honey and cinnamon, then refrigerate until chilled.
4. Pour over ice and add cold milk.
5. Stir well and serve.

Masala Chai Latte

Infused with a bold blend of authentic Indian spices, this chai latte is robust and flavorful.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup milk
• 2 black tea bags
• 1 teaspoon chai masala
• 2 teaspoons sugar

Cooking method:

1. Bring water to a boil with chai masala.
2. Add tea bags and steep for 4 minutes.
3. Stir in milk and sugar, heating without boiling.
4. Strain into a cup and enjoy warm.

Lavender Chai Latte

Aromatic and calming, this lavender-infused chai latte offers a unique floral twist.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup milk
• 2 black tea bags
• 1 tablespoon dried lavender
• 2 tablespoons honey

Cooking method:

1. Boil water and steep lavender for 5 minutes.
2. Strain out lavender and add tea bags, steeping for another 3 minutes.
3. Stir in milk and honey, heating gently.
4. Strain into mugs and serve warm.

Coconut Chai Latte

Creamy coconut milk adds a tropical flair to this chai latte, perfect for a dairy-free option.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• 2 black tea bags
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

Cooking method:

1. Heat water with cardamom and steep tea bags for 5 minutes.
2. Remove tea bags, add coconut milk and sugar, then heat gently.
3. Stir well and serve warm.

Almond Spice Chai Latte

Nutty almond milk pairs beautifully with spices for a soothing and nutritious chai latte.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 black tea bag
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Cooking method:

1. Heat water with cinnamon and steep tea bag for 5 minutes.
2. Remove tea bag, add almond milk and maple syrup, heating without boiling.
3. Stir well and serve.

Chocolate Chai Latte

Indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate combined with chai spices for a decadent treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 black tea bags
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Cooking method:

1. Boil water with tea bags and steep for 5 minutes.
2. Remove tea bags, add milk, cocoa powder, sugar, and cinnamon.
3. Heat gently while whisking until well combined.
4. Serve warm topped with whipped cream if desired.

Gingerbread Chai Latte

Capture the essence of gingerbread in this warming chai latte that’s perfect for wintery days.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup milk
• 2 black tea bags
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Cooking method:

1. Bring water, ginger, and cinnamon to a boil.
2. Add tea bags and steep for 5 minutes.
3. Remove tea bags, add milk and molasses, heating gently.
4. Stir well and serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.