Chai Latte

Aug 12, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Chai Latte in a ceramic mug on an oak serving board

A hot chai latte made by blending spicy chai concentrate with steamed whole milk for a creamy, aromatic tea drink.

Prep 5 min

Cook 2 min

Total 7 min

Servings 1

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Ingredients

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4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)chai concentrate
6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)whole milk

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Instructions

Heat the chai concentrate until warm, about 2 minutes.
Steam the whole milk until 160°F (71°C) with a frothy texture.
Pour the steamed milk into the heated chai concentrate.
Stir gently and serve immediately.

Tips

If you prefer dairy-free, substitute whole milk with oat or almond milk. Use fresh chai concentrate for best spice flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chai latte?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 2 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make chai latte ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

How do I make chai latte dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A hot chai latte made by blending spicy chai concentrate with steamed whole milk for a creamy, aromatic tea drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

175 Calories / serving

6.1g Fat

23.7g Carbs

5.9g Protein

23.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~175 cal · 6g fat · 24g carbs · 6g protein · 23g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 175 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 33 min·1.9 mi·~3850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 24 min·1.2 mi·~2400 steps
Moderate cycling 18 min·3.6 mi
Swimming laps 25 min
Jogging 17 min·1.4 mi·~2700 steps
Stair climbing 16 min·~1450 steps
Dancing 28 min
Bodyweight circuit training 18 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 41 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.