Capsaicin Free Dairy Free Chai Latte
Warm, aromatic, and deeply comforting, this spiced tea latte is the kind of drink that makes a slow morning feel like a genuine treat. Black tea is simmered with cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and fresh ginger — a classic blend that fills your kitchen with an incredible fragrance before you've even taken a sip. Oat milk steps in beautifully here, lending a naturally creamy, slightly sweet body that pairs perfectly with the bold spice blend. For anyone avoiding capsaicin, this recipe is a natural fit — every bit of its warmth and complexity comes from those traditional chai spices rather than anything chili-derived, so you get all the cozy heat without any of the concern. A quick froth at the end gives it that coffeehouse finish, and a dusting of cinnamon on top makes it feel genuinely special. Sweetened to taste with honey or maple syrup, it's easy to dial in exactly the level of sweetness you prefer. Whether you're sipping it as a morning ritual or an afternoon wind-down, this is the kind of homemade drink you'll come back to again and again.
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2 servings
- 1 cup water
- 2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose-leaf black tea)
- 4 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- ¼ tsp black peppercorns
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, grated (or ¼ tsp ground ginger)
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup, to taste
For serving
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, black peppercorns, and grated ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly amber.
- 2
Add the tea bags, remove the pan from the heat, and steep for 3–4 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags without squeezing them.
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