There's something about the cool air we're experiencing this August and I'm finding myself seriously craving a pumpkin spice latte and chai tea lattes already. I think there's also something about a warm conversation with a friend and a good festive drink in hand that just go so well together. So instead of splurging on Starbucks, I think what better way to treat yourself as autumn approaches than with some homemade chai tea lattes. So cozy up with your honey or invite a girlfriend over to enjoy these delicious chai tea lattes, maybe light a fall scented candle & bake some pumpkin spice bread or muffins while you're at it ;)
What You'll Need:
- 2 giant mugs (because giant mugs are just more fun to cozy up with)
- 4 organic chai tea bags
- water to boil (enough for 2 servings of tea)
- 2 cups milk or milk substitute (I used almond milk)
- 1/4 cup desired sweetener (I think brown sugar tastes really good but you can use regular sugar, agave, or whatever your preference)
- 4 Tbsp French Vanilla refrigerated non-dairy creamer
Directions:
1. Place 2 chai tea bags in each mug.
2. Boil enough water on stovetop to fill each mug about 3/4 full.
3. Pour boiling water into mugs with tea bags. Let tea bags steep for about 4 minutes. Remove tea bags.
4. While tea is steeping, make the creamer part:
-Place 2 cups milk, 1/4 cup sweetener of your choice, and 4 Tbsp French Vanilla creamer in a pot
-Heat on medium low heat until hot
-Pour into mugs with the tea
-Taste for desired sweetness. You may have some creamer left over, depending on the size of your mug and how sweet you like the drink to be.
5. Serve with optional whipped cream topping and nutmeg, if desired. I think it tastes great as-is, though!
Enjoy!