Maple Chai Latte

Aug 14, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

Maple Chai Latte in a ceramic mug on an oak tray by a window

A hot beverage combining spicy chai concentrate with steamed whole milk and sweetened with pure maple syrup for a balanced, cozy flavor.

Prep 5 min

Cook 2 min

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)chai concentrate
6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)whole milk
½ fl oz (15.0 ml)pure maple syrup

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Instructions

Heat the chai concentrate gently until warm, about 2 minutes.
Steam the whole milk until frothy and about 1606F (716C).
Pour the warm chai concentrate into a mug, stir in the pure maple syrup until combined.
Add the steamed milk on top and stir lightly before serving.

Tips

Use a milk frother or steam wand for creamy steamed milk. Adjust maple syrup to taste for sweetness.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make maple chai latte?

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

Can I make maple 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 maple 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 beverage combining spicy chai concentrate with steamed whole milk and sweetened with pure maple syrup for a balanced, cozy flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

234 Calories / serving

6.1g Fat

39.2g Carbs

5.9g Protein

38.5g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~234 cal · 6g fat · 39g carbs · 6g protein · 39g sugar

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

Per serving · 234 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 44 min·2.6 mi·~5150 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 32 min·1.6 mi·~3200 steps
Moderate cycling 24 min·4.8 mi
Swimming laps 33 min
Jogging 23 min·1.9 mi·~3700 steps
Stair climbing 22 min·~2000 steps
Dancing 38 min
Bodyweight circuit training 24 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 54 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.