Christmas Chai Latte Cozy (Printable)

A festive chai latte with aromatic spices and creamy topping, bringing warmth and cheer indoors.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chai Base

01 - 1/2 cup water
02 - 1/2 cup milk, dairy or plant-based alternative
03 - 1 black tea bag or 1 teaspoon black tea leaves
04 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - Pinch of ground black pepper

→ Spiced Whipped Cream

11 - 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for vegan option
12 - 1/4 teaspoon reserved spice mix
13 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for vegan option

# Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon, cloves, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and black pepper. Reserve 1/4 teaspoon of this spice mix for the whipped cream.
02 - In a small saucepan, combine the water, black tea, brown sugar, and the remaining spice mix. Heat gently over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, stirring occasionally.
03 - Reduce the heat to low, stir in the milk, and let the mixture steep for 5 minutes.
04 - Remove from heat and strain the chai into a mug to remove tea leaves or tea bag and spice sediments.
05 - In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, honey, and reserved spice mix until soft peaks form using a hand whisk or electric mixer.
06 - Top the chai latte with a generous spoonful of spiced whipped cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra festivity.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 15 minutes, which means you can have café-quality comfort without leaving your kitchen.
  • The whipped cream topping is where the magic happens—it's not just pretty, it actually transforms the whole experience.
  • You can easily swap it vegan or adjust spice levels based on your mood, making it endlessly adaptable.
02 -
  • Don't let the chai boil hard once you add the milk or it can scald and lose that smooth texture you're after—low heat is your friend here.
  • The whipped cream makes all the difference between a regular warm drink and something that feels indulgent; don't skip it or rush it.
03 -
  • Prep your spice mix the night before in a small container—having it ready means you can make this drink in your sleep on hectic mornings.
  • If you're making this for guests, brew a bigger batch in a small pot and let people top their own mugs with whipped cream; it feels interactive and special.
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