Starbucks Chai Tea
Recreate the cozy, aromatic delight of your favorite coffeehouse beverage with this homemade Starbucks Chai Tea Latte recipe! Bursting with the warming essence of cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and ginger, this spiced tea is simmered to perfection before being topped with creamy, frothy milk for that signature latte finish. Infused with the subtle sweetness of vanilla and the option to customize with honey or sugar, this comforting drink is just the thing for chilly mornings or a relaxing afternoon treat. Whether you use traditional dairy milk or a plant-based alternative, this easy recipe ensures you can enjoy the iconic flavors of a Starbucks chai tea in the comfort of your own kitchen. Perfect for tea lovers and latte enthusiasts alike, it’s ready in just 15 minutes and crafted with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 2 Black tea bags (or loose-leaf black tea)
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 3 Whole cloves
- 3 Cardamom pods
- 2 Black peppercorns
- 1 inch Fresh ginger (thinly sliced)
- 1 Star anise
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Honey or sugar (optional)
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based)
Instructions
Pour the water into a small saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Add the black tea bags (or loose-leaf black tea) along with the cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, black peppercorns, sliced ginger, and star anise to the boiling water.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 5-7 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sweetener (if using). Let the mixture sit for 1-2 minutes.
Strain the spiced tea into a mug or heat-safe glass, removing the tea bags and spices.
In a separate saucepan or microwave-safe container, heat the milk until hot but not boiling. Optional: froth the milk using a milk frother or whisk for a traditional latte texture.
Pour the warm milk over the strained tea, stirring gently to combine.
Serve your homemade Starbucks-style Chai Tea Latte immediately, garnished with a dash of ground cinnamon if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.2 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 136 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 464 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 692 mg | 15% | |
*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.
