Description
This Spiced Chai Mocktail is a cozy, warm holiday drink featuring aromatic chai tea infused with traditional spices, sweetened with honey or maple syrup, and topped with creamy steamed milk. Finished with a sprinkle of cinnamon, this delightful beverage warms you from the inside out, making it perfect for festive Christmas gatherings or any chilly evening.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 2 chai tea bags
- 2 cups hot water
Sweetener
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Topping
- ½ cup steamed milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Brew the Chai Tea: Place the 2 chai tea bags in 2 cups of hot water and let steep for 5 minutes to extract the rich spice flavors.
- Sweeten the Tea: Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup until fully dissolved to add a natural sweetness to the chai base.
- Add Steamed Milk: Divide the sweetened chai evenly between two mugs and top each with ¼ cup of steamed milk (choose dairy or your preferred non-dairy alternative) to add creaminess and smooth texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon over the top of each mug to enhance the aroma and provide a festive finishing touch before serving warm.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey or maple syrup according to your taste preferences.
- Use your favorite non-dairy milk like almond, oat, or soy milk to make this mocktail vegan-friendly.
- For a chilled version, allow the chai to cool, add ice, then top with cold frothed milk and cinnamon.
- Ensure that the water is hot but not boiling when steeping the tea bags to avoid bitterness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Keywords: Spiced chai, chai mocktail, holiday drink, warm beverage, non-alcoholic, festive drink, Christmas drink, cozy tea, steamed milk chai
