My Cozy Cardamom Rose Chai Latte Recipe (Print Version)
A warm, personal recipe for a homemade Cardamom Rose Chai Latte. It's like a hug in a mug, perfect for cozy days and creating your own cafe moment at home.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1 Serving
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ The Chai Foundation
01 -
1 cup whole milk
02 -
1 cup water
03 -
2 tbsp loose-leaf black tea (or 2-3 tea bags)
→ The Spice Symphony
04 -
6-8 green cardamom pods
05 -
1 cinnamon stick
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4 whole cloves
07 -
5-6 whole black peppercorns
→ The Floral Finish
08 -
1/4 tsp rosewater (or to taste)
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1 tsp dried edible rose petals (for garnish)
→ A Touch of Sweetness
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (or to taste)
# Instructions:
01 -
In a small, dry saucepan over medium-low heat, toast the cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, and black peppercorns for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Watch carefully to ensure they don't burn.
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Remove the toasted spices from the heat and transfer them to a mortar and pestle. Lightly crush them to crack the pods and release their oils. Alternatively, place them in a bag and crush with a rolling pin.
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Return the crushed spices to the saucepan. Add the water and loose-leaf tea. Bring to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes.
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Pour in the milk and add your preferred sweetener (honey or maple syrup). Heat gently over low heat until hot and steamy, but do not allow it to come to a rolling boil.
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Turn off the heat. Place a fine-mesh sieve over your favorite mug and carefully pour the chai through it, catching the tea leaves and spices. Press the solids with a spoon to extract all the liquid.
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Stir the rosewater into the strained chai in your mug. Start with 1/4 teaspoon and add more to taste if desired.
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Use a milk frother to create a layer of foam on top of the latte. Garnish with a sprinkle of dried rose petals and a pinch of ground cinnamon if you like.
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Find a cozy corner and enjoy your homemade Cardamom Rose Chai Latte while it's warm and fragrant.
# Notes:
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Personal cooking tip: Toasting the spices is a non-negotiable step for the best flavor!
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Storage advice: Reheat leftover chai gently on the stove, not in the microwave, for the best taste and texture.
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Substitution suggestion: Full-fat oat milk is a fantastic dairy-free alternative that stays creamy.
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Serving suggestion: This latte is heavenly with a simple, buttery shortbread cookie on the side.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Saucepan
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Mortar and Pestle (optional)
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Fine-mesh Sieve
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Milk Frother (optional)
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 210
Total Fat: 9g
Total Carbohydrate: 25g
Protein: 8g