Citrus Free Dairy Free Chai Latte
Warm, spiced, and deeply comforting, this chai latte is the kind of drink that makes a slow morning feel like a genuine treat. Whole cardamom pods, a cinnamon stick, cloves, black peppercorns, and fresh ginger are simmered together until the kitchen smells absolutely incredible — and that aromatic base is what gives this cup its depth. Oat milk steps in beautifully for dairy, turning silky and steamy without any of the heaviness, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup rounds everything out with just the right touch of sweetness. Every ingredient here is naturally free of citrus, so there's no need to scan labels or swap anything out — it's straightforwardly safe from the first step to the last. The technique of steeping the tea off the heat keeps the flavor smooth and never bitter, while a quick froth at the end gives you that coffeehouse finish right in your own kitchen. Strain it into your favorite mug, dust the top with a little cinnamon, and drink it while it's hot.
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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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