☕ Homemade Chai Tea Latte

☕ Homemade Chai Tea Latte

Ingredients (1 serving):

• 1 cup water
• 1 black tea bag (or 1–2 tsp loose-leaf Assam/Darjeeling)
• ½ cup milk (whole, oat, almond, or soy)
• 1–2 tsp honey, maple syrup, or sugar (to taste)

Spices:

• 2 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
• 2 whole cloves
• 1 small cinnamon stick (or ½ tsp ground cinnamon)
• ½ inch fresh ginger, sliced (or ½ tsp ground ginger)
• 4–5 black peppercorns
• Optional: 1 star anise or pinch of nutmeg

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Instructions:

1. Boil the spices:
   In a small saucepan, combine water and all spices. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5–10 minutes to release the flavors.
2. Steep the tea:
   Add black tea. Steep for 3–5 minutes (shorter for milder flavor).
3. Add milk & sweetener:
   Stir in milk and preferred sweetener. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes—do not boil.
4. Strain & serve:
   Strain into a mug. For a café touch, froth extra milk and spoon on top