Low Fat Dirty Chai Latte
Cozy up with this Low Fat Dirty Chai Latte—an irresistible blend of bold espresso, aromatic chai spices, and creamy low-fat milk. This healthier twist on the café favorite is infused with the warmth of cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and cloves, offering a flavorful and invigorating drink with fewer calories. Sweetened with honey or your preferred low-calorie sweetener and finished with a touch of vanilla, this comforting beverage is perfect for mornings, afternoons, or a soothing pick-me-up anytime. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, taking just 10 minutes from start to sip. Whether you're craving the perfect fusion of coffee and tea or looking for a latte that won’t compromise your health goals, this recipe checks all the boxes—delicious, light, and packed with spice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 bag chai tea bag
- 1 shot espresso shot
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 0.125 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon honey or low-calorie sweetener
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a small pot, combine the water, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and cloves. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Once the mixture is simmering, remove from heat and steep the chai tea bag in the spiced water for about 3 to 5 minutes. Adjust the steeping time based on your desired strength.
Meanwhile, brew a shot of espresso using your preferred method (espresso machine, stovetop espresso pot, or using a strong coffee drip).
In a separate pot or microwave, gently heat the low-fat milk until it's hot but not boiled.
Remove the chai tea bag from the pot, then stir in the honey (or sweetener) and vanilla extract.
Using a milk frother or immersion blender, froth the hot milk until it becomes foamy.
Pour the spiced chai tea into a large mug, then add the espresso shot and stir to combine.
Gently pour the frothed milk over the chai-espresso mixture. Use a spoon to hold back the foam until the milk is poured, then spoon the foam on top.
Sprinkle a small pinch of cinnamon on top for garnish, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 333 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*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.
