Sesame Free Dairy Free Chai Latte
Warm, spiced, and deeply aromatic, this chai latte is the kind of drink that makes a slow morning feel like a genuine ritual. Whole cardamom pods, cloves, a cinnamon stick, black peppercorns, and fresh ginger are simmered together until the water turns fragrant and amber — that's where all the magic lives. Oat milk steps in as the creamy base, giving the finished drink a naturally sweet, velvety body that pairs beautifully with the bold spice blend. Unlike many café versions or packaged mixes, every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so there's no guesswork about what's actually in your cup. A quick froth on top and a dusting of cinnamon make it feel genuinely café-worthy without leaving the house. Sweeten it with honey or maple syrup depending on your preference — either way, it's cozy, satisfying, and completely your own.
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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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