Heart-Healthy Chai Tea Latte
Indulge in the comforting aroma and rich flavors of this Heart-Healthy Chai Tea Latte, a guilt-free twist on the classic favorite. Made with unsweetened almond milk and naturally sweetened with honey or stevia, this recipe delivers a creamy delight while promoting cardiovascular wellness. Infused with bold spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and fresh ginger, every sip is packed with warming, anti-inflammatory benefits. It's simple to prepare in just 20 minutes and perfect for cozy mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up. This dairy-free, low-sugar beverage is the ideal wholesome treat for two—a delicious way to embrace self-care and heart health!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces black tea bags
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 3 pieces whole cloves
- 3 pieces cardamom pods
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon honey or stevia
Instructions
Peel the fresh ginger and slice it into thin rounds.
In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, add the cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, ginger slices, and a pinch of ground black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the spices to simmer for 5 minutes to release their flavors.
Add the black tea bags to the spice-infused water, and let them steep for 3 minutes.
Pour in the almond milk and vanilla extract, then increase the heat to medium and warm the mixture until it is hot but not boiling.
Remove the saucepan from the heat, discard the tea bags, and strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve or strainer to remove the spices and ginger slices.
Add honey or stevia to taste, stirring until dissolved.
Pour into mugs and enjoy your heart-healthy chai tea latte warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 485 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
