Jul 14 2026
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Chai Tea Latte Recipe

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Time30m
Serves2

Make Chai Tea Latte Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Chai Concentrate

Milk and Serving

Method

Chai Concentrate

  1. 1

    Toast and bruise spices

    Lightly crush cardamom pods, cloves, and peppercorns with the flat of a knife or mortar and pestle. Briefly toast the crushed spices and the cinnamon stick in a dry saucepan over medium heat for 30–45 seconds until fragrant (watch carefully to avoid burning).

  2. 2

    Simmer concentrate

    Add 2 cups water, sliced ginger, star anise (if using), and the toasted spices to the saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 8–10 minutes so flavors infuse.

  3. 3

    Brew tea and sweeten

    Remove from heat and add the 3 black tea bags and the sugar. Stir to dissolve sugar. Let steep for 4–5 minutes (longer for stronger flavor). Taste and add vanilla extract if using.

  4. 4

    Strain concentrate

    Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a heatproof container, pressing on solids to extract liquid. Discard solids. The result is approximately 2 cups of chai concentrate. Keep warm or refrigerate for up to 3–4 days.

Milk and Serving

  1. 5

    Heat and froth milk

    For each serving (makes about 2 lattes): pour 2 cups milk into a small saucepan and warm over medium heat until steaming but not boiling (about 3–5 minutes). If you have a milk frother, froth the warmed milk until light and foamy. Alternatively, whisk vigorously by hand or shake in a lidded jar for 30–60 seconds.

  2. 6

    Combine and sweeten

    To make two 1-cup chai lattes: in two heatproof cups, divide the chai concentrate evenly (about 1/2 cup concentrate per cup) and top each with 3/4 cup warmed milk (adjust concentrate-to-milk ratio to taste). If additional sweetening is desired, stir in up to 1 tsp sweetener per cup.

  3. 7

    Finish and garnish

    Spoon any remaining foam over the lattes and dust each with a pinch of ground cinnamon. Serve immediately.

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