Spiced Chai Latte
A creamy, aromatic beverage infused with cardamom, cinnamon, and a hint of cloves, perfect for any season. This Indian recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together Black tea, Cardamom pods, Cinnamon stick for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 130 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp (steeped in 1 cup boiling water) Black tea
- 3 (crushed) Cardamom pods
- 1/2 inch Cinnamon stick
- 2 (whole) Cloves
- 1 cup (steamed) Milk
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon powder
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a pot, combine 1 tbsp black tea, 3 crushed cardamom pods, 1/2 inch cinnamon stick, and 2 whole cloves. Pour in 1 cup boiling water and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 1 tbsp brown sugar and 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder. Stir until dissolved.
- Step 3: Pour the brewed tea into a mug, add steamed milk, and stir gently. Serve hot with a cinnamon stick garnish.
