Christmas Chai Latte Cozy Beverage (Printable version)

Warm chai infused with cinnamon, cloves, and creamy spiced whipped topping for a festive boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chai Base

01 - 1/2 cup water
02 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based alternative)
03 - 1 black tea bag or 1 teaspoon black tea leaves
04 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - Pinch of ground black pepper

→ Spiced Whipped Cream

11 - 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for vegan option
12 - 1/4 teaspoon reserved spice mix
13 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for vegan option

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon, cloves, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and black pepper. Reserve 1/4 teaspoon of this spice mix for the whipped cream topping.
02 - In a small saucepan, combine the water, black tea, brown sugar, and the remaining spice mix. Heat gently over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, stirring occasionally.
03 - Reduce the heat to low, stir in the milk, and let the mixture steep for 5 minutes to develop flavor.
04 - Remove from heat and strain the chai into a mug to remove tea leaves and spice sediments.
05 - In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, honey, and reserved spice mix until soft peaks form using a hand whisk or electric mixer.
06 - Top the chai latte with a generous dollop of spiced whipped cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for festive presentation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Infused with warm, aromatic holiday spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes.
  • Completely customizable with dairy or plant-based milk options.
02 -
  • Use a fine mesh strainer to ensure a smooth, sediment-free latte.
  • Steep on low heat to allow the tea and spices to fully infuse without boiling over.
  • If using coconut cream, ensure it is well-chilled before whipping for the best peaks.
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