Vegan Chai Latte
I like to whip this up when I’m lounging around in my PJs, pretending I'm in a cozy, far-off land (or just avoiding adulting). It’s my little rebellion against the mundane, a perfect partner for those rainy Portland afternoons. You see, it’s not just a drink; it’s a lifestyle choice.
Ingredients
- 1 chai tea bag
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or any non-dairy milk you fancy
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or your sweetener of choice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: Pour the almond milk into a saucepan and heat it over medium heat. You’re looking for steam, not a full-on boil.
- Brew the Tea: Add the chai tea bag to the saucepan and let it steep for 5 minutes. This is where your kitchen starts smelling like a spice shop—enjoy it.
- Add Spices and Sweetener: Remove the tea bag and whisk in the maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and cardamom. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Finish with Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract for that extra touch of decadence.
- Serve: Pour your perfectly spiced chai into a mug. Sip, savor, and pretend you’re in a chic café, far away from the daily grind.