Unsweetened chai latte
Winter seems determined to linger, so why not warm up with a sugar-free chai latte?
Serves 1
You will need the following ingredients:
- 3 cloves
- 4 green cardamom pods
- 6 peppercorns
- 2/3 cup (150 ml) water
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 1/3 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp black tea
- 1 1/3 cups (325 ml) plant-based milk
Instructions:
- In a mortar, crush the cloves, cardamom pods, and peppercorns.
- In a pot, pour the water, add the cinnamon, ginger, and other spices.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for 8 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat.
- Add the black tea and let it steep for 5 minutes. - Return the pot to the heat.
- Add the plant-based milk and warm the drink.
- Strain and pour into a mug.
- Froth the chai latte with a blender.
- Enjoy and subscribe!
L'hiver semble vouloir continuer, alors pourquoi ne pas se réchauffer avec un chai latte sans sucre?
Portion: 1
Vous aurez besoin des ingrédients suivant:
- 3 clous de girofle
- 4 gousses de cardamome verte
- 6 grains de poivre
- 2/3 tasse (150 ml) d'eau
- 1 petit bâton de cannelle
- 1/3 c. à thé de gingembre en poudre
- 2 c. à thé de thé noir
- 1 1/3 tasse (325 ml) de lait végétal
Étapes:
- Dans un mortier, écraser les clous de girofle, les gousses de cardamome et les grains de poivre.
- Dans un chaudron, verser l'eau, ajouter la cannelle, le gingembre et les autres épices.
- Porter à ébullition, puis laisser infuser 8 minutes à feu doux.
- Retirer le chaudron du feu.
- Ajouter le thé noir et laisser infuser 5 minutes.
- Remettre le chaudron sur le feu.
- Ajouter le lait végétale et réchauffer la boisson.
- Filtrer et verser dans une tasse.
- Mousser le chai latte avec un mélangeur.
- Savourez et abonnez-vous!
If you’re like me and enjoy warming up with a cozy drink on a cold day, making an unsweetened chai latte at home is a wonderful and healthy choice. Using whole spices like cloves, green cardamom pods, peppercorns, and a cinnamon stick not only adds authentic flavor but also delivers the aromatic benefits that chai is known for. I typically crush the spices slightly in a mortar and pestle to release their full fragrance before simmering them gently in water. This slow extraction is key to a deeply flavorful chai base. Skipping sugar might sound like it will make the latte harsh, but the mix of spices with the natural creaminess of plant-based milk—whether it’s almond, oat, or soy—creates a pleasantly balanced drink. I recommend warming the plant-based milk gently after steeping to avoid curdling and then frothing it with a handheld mixer or frother to get that café-style foam texture. One tip from personal experience: don’t rush the steeping times. Letting the tea steep for a full five minutes off the heat allows just the right amount of tannin extraction without bitterness. I also love experimenting with different types of black tea to find which complements my spice blend best—some teas add a smoky hint, while others stay delicate. Making your chai latte unsweetened lets the unique flavors of the spices shine through, and it’s also an excellent choice if you’re reducing sugar intake or following a vegan or diabetic-friendly diet. It’s perfect for a quiet morning ritual or an afternoon pick-me-up during colder months. If you want to personalize it further, try adding a star anise for a licorice note or a touch of vanilla extract to enhance the latte's creaminess without extra sweetness. Overall, this simple, homemade chai latte recipe helps you enjoy an authentic, cozy beverage that supports wellness and tastes rich—all without any added sugar.
