Vanilla Chai

Jul 2, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Vanilla Chai in a ceramic mug on an oak kitchen island

A warm, spiced chai tea combined with steamed milk and a hint of vanilla syrup for a smooth, comforting beverage.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

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)vanilla syrup

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Instructions

Pour chai concentrate into a cup.
Add vanilla syrup and stir to combine.
Steam whole milk to about 160°F (71°C) and add to the chai mixture, stirring gently.
Serve hot.

Tips

Use pure vanilla syrup or homemade vanilla simple syrup for better flavor. To make vegan, substitute whole milk with oat or almond milk and check the chai concentrate is dairy-free.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla chai?

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

Can I make vanilla chai ahead?

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

A warm, spiced chai tea combined with steamed milk and a hint of vanilla syrup for a smooth, comforting beverage.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

221 Calories / serving

6.1g Fat

35.8g Carbs

5.9g Protein

35.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~221 cal · 6g fat · 36g carbs · 6g protein · 35g sugar

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

Per serving · 221 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 42 min·2.5 mi·~4900 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 30 min·1.5 mi·~3000 steps
Moderate cycling 22 min·4.4 mi
Swimming laps 31 min
Jogging 22 min·1.8 mi·~3500 steps
Stair climbing 20 min·~1800 steps
Dancing 36 min
Bodyweight circuit training 22 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 51 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.