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Homemade Dirty Chai Latte Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard
Dirty chai tea latte is an indulgent yet comforting drink that combines rich, spiced flavors of a traditional chai tea with the boldness of espresso. It’s sweet, creamy, and slightly spicy - perfect for warming you up on chilly days!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 66 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Small saucepan
  • 1 Hand-held milk frother or hand whisk
  • 2 Mugs

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 4 bags chai tea
  • 1 tablespoon simple syrup
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 shots espresso or strong coffee

Instructions
 

  • Boil the water In a small saucepan over medium high heat. Turn off the heat and add the tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the espresso in an espresso maker or brew extra strength coffee. Add this to two mugs.
  • After the 5 minute rest, remove the tea bags and discard. Add tea to the espresso by dividing the tea evenly between the two mugs.
  • Add the milk and simple syrup to the saucepan. Heat the milk to 150 °F over medium heat.
  • Use a hand-held milk frother or a hand whisk to froth the milk. Rest the foam for about 30 seconds.
  • Once set, divide the foam evenly on top of the espresso chai liquid in each mug and serve.

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Notes

  • Use high-quality chai tea and freshly-brewed espresso for a richer, more authentic flavor.
  • Adjust the sweetness according to your taste. Start with a small amount of simple syrup, taste, and adjust as needed.
  • Add an extra espresso shot for an extra kick of caffeine, perfect to energize you in the morning or get you out of an afternoon slump.
  • Spice up your dirty chai latte with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or nutmeg for a nice visual touch.
Serve: Serve warm with classic breakfasts like pancakes, waffles, and oatmeal. Have it iced with an afternoon snack or after-dinner desserts like banana bread, cookies, and cakes.
Store: Dirty chai tea latte is best served immediately. If you want to make ahead, make a big batch of the spiced tea and refrigerate. Just warm 3/4 cup of the tea, add a shot of espresso, then froth 1/2 cup of milk to make a fresh cup.

Nutrition

Serving: 2cupsCalories: 66kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 42mgPotassium: 133mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 99IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 82mgIron: 0.4mg
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