Yeast Free Dairy Free Chai Latte
Warm, spiced, and deeply aromatic, this chai latte is the kind of drink that makes you want to curl up and slow down. Whole cardamom pods, a cinnamon stick, cloves, black peppercorns, and fresh ginger are simmered together until the kitchen smells absolutely incredible — then black tea is steeped right into that fragrant base for a rich, layered cup. Oat milk steps in beautifully here, adding a naturally creamy texture and subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with the bold spices. Honey or maple syrup rounds everything out, so you can dial the sweetness up or down to your liking. Since yeast is never a factor in a from-scratch spiced tea like this, there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives the way you might with packaged drink mixes or flavored syrups. A quick froth on top and a dusting of cinnamon turn it into something that genuinely rivals your favorite café order — at a fraction of the cost and with total control over every ingredient.
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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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