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Maple Spiced Chai Latte, finished and ready to serve

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Maple Spiced Chai Latte

Masala chai concentrate supplies the tea and its initial spice blend. A short infusion of cinnamon and cloves adds aroma, while a little maple syrup softens the edges without hiding the tea.

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Total
15 min
Active
5 min
Servings
2
Calories
167 cal / serving
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients · 2 servings

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Steps

  1. Infuse the concentrate

    Combine chai concentrate, cinnamon stick and cloves in a small saucepan. Bring just to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, then keep at a bare simmer for 5 minutes.

    ⏱ 5 min

  2. Warm the milk

    Meanwhile warm milk in a separate small pan over low heat for 4 to 5 minutes, until steaming but not boiling. Whisk to make a light foam.

    ⏱ 4–5 min

  3. Strain the spices

    Remove the chai from heat and pour through a fine strainer into two heatproof mugs. Discard the cinnamon stick and cloves so no whole spices remain in the drink.

  4. Finish each mug

    Divide milk and foam between the mugs. Stir in up to 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup per mug after tasting, then add a tiny pinch of nutmeg across the tops. Serve warm.

Nutrition per serving estimated

1 serving = 1 mug (about 1 cup)

Calories
167
Protein
3.9 g
Carbs
28.3 g
Fat
4 g
Fiber
0.8 g
Sugar
26.4 g
Sodium
53 mg

Estimated from package nutrition labels and USDA FoodData Central values. Actual values vary.

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Tips and substitutions

The concentrate already contains sugar, so taste before adding the full teaspoon of maple syrup.

Keep the simmer gentle to avoid reducing the concentrate into an overly strong brew.

For a dairy-free latte use unsweetened barista oat milk, checking its label for allergens.

Omit the whole cloves for a gentler spice profile; the concentrate already includes clove.

Storage, serving and make-ahead

Storage

Refrigerate leftover latte within 2 hours at 40°F (4°C) or below for up to 2 days. Reheat to 165°F while stirring; the foam will not keep its original texture.

Serving suggestions

Offer the two mugs with a small cookie for a quiet holiday snack break; this black-tea drink contains caffeine.

Make ahead

Infuse and strain the concentrate up to 1 day ahead and refrigerate covered. Warm it and froth fresh milk immediately before serving.

Allergens and product labels

Contains: milk.

Check each product label for allergen details.

Questions about this recipe

Is this latte made from loose tea?

No. It starts with masala chai concentrate. Check your package label for the suggested dilution; this recipe uses equal volumes of concentrate and milk.

Can I make the latte less sweet?

Leave out the maple syrup first. The concentrate is already sweetened, so replacing a small portion of it with water can make a milder cup.

About this recipe

Estimates use package labels and USDA data; actual values vary.

By Akechi · Published .

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