Can I use a different sweetener?

Absolutely! Feel free to swap the granulated sugar for honey, agave, or your favorite sweetener. Just adjust the quantity to taste.

What kind of milk works best?

Any milk will do—dairy, almond, oat, or soy. The choice is yours!

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! Prepare the chai concentrate in advance and store it in the fridge. When you're ready to serve, just add it to ice and milk.

Iced Chai Tea Latte: Easy Drink in Minutes

Name: Iced Chai Tea Latte
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 bags Chai tea (ensure gluten-free certified if highly sensitive); ½ cup boiling water; 1 to 2 tablespoons honey, maple syrup, or granulated sugar (to taste); ¾ cup milk of choice (almond milk, gluten-free oat milk, or dairy milk); 1 cup ice cubes; Ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick, for garnish (optional); Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

Description

Skip the coffee shop line and make this refreshing Iced Chai Tea Latte at home in just minutes. Perfectly balanced with sweet and spicy flavors, this creamy drink is made with simple pantry staples. It is naturally gluten-free and can be easily customized with your favorite milk and sweetener.

Ingredients

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2 bags Chai tea (ensure gluten-free certified if highly sensitive)

½ cup boiling water

1 to 2 tablespoons honey, maple syrup, or granulated sugar (to taste)

¾ cup milk of choice (almond milk, gluten-free oat milk, or dairy milk)

1 cup ice cubes

Ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick, for garnish (optional)

Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

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Instructions

1. Brew Concentrate: Pour the boiling water over the chai tea bags in a heat-proof mug or measuring cup. Allow to steep for at least 5 minutes to create a strong tea concentrate.

2. Sweeten: Remove the tea bags, squeezing them gently to release all the flavor. Stir in the honey (or your preferred sweetener) while the tea is still warm until fully dissolved.

3. Cool (Optional): If you have time, let the tea cool for a few minutes. If you are in a rush, you can pour it directly over extra ice, but it may dilute slightly.

4. Assemble: Fill a tall glass to the top with ice cubes. Pour the concentrated chai tea over the ice.

5. Finish: Top with the milk and stir gently to combine the layers.

6. Serve: Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Stronger Flavor: For a more intense spice flavor, use 3 tea bags or let it steep for 10 minutes.

Make Ahead: You can brew a larger batch of the tea concentrate and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Just pour over ice and milk when ready.

Dirty Chai: Add a shot of espresso to make this a ‘Dirty Chai’ latte for an extra caffeine kick.

Vegan Option: Use maple syrup or agave instead of honey, and ensure you use plant-based milk.

Prep Time: 5
Category: Drinks
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 140
Sugar: 22
Sodium: 95
Fat: 3
Saturated Fat: 2
Unsaturated Fat: 1
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 24
Fiber: 0
Protein: 6
Cholesterol: 10