Vanilla Chai Latte

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

A warm, spiced vanilla chai latte that captures the cozy spirit of a wintery kingdom with aromatic spices and creamy vanilla. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together water, black tea bags, whole milk 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 150 calories and feeds 2, 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 1/2 cups water
• 2 black tea bags
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/8 tsp ground cloves
• 2 tbsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add 2 black tea bags along with 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the spices.
2. Step 2: Remove the tea bags and strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a separate container to remove spice sediment.
3. Step 3: Return the strained tea to the saucepan and add 1 cup whole milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons honey. Warm over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: Use a whisk or milk frother to create a light foam on top. Pour into mugs and serve immediately to enjoy the aromatic warmth.