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PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 15 MINUTES | YIELDS: 2 12-OZ. SERVINGS (AS SHOWN) OR 4 6-OZ. SERVINGS
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Some chai latte recipes recommend ground spices rather than the cracked whole spices as described here.
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hai tea features a fragrant blend of brewed black tea and warm spiced milk. Here, the tea bags are steeped directly in the warm milk, rather than water, for a rich and satisfying treat. If preferred, you can also brew the tea first in one cup hot water and stir it into two cups of the warm, spiced milk before serving. Although whole milk is used here, you can use your choice of milk, a combination of milk and heavy cream, or plant-based alternatives such as coconut or almond milk. However, be advised the plant-based alternatives will impact the final taste. Although ground spices are a bit easier to use, they can leave an unpleasant gritty residue behind even after straining. If you can’t find the whole spices in your local grocery store, you can find them online. For example, you can purchase the cardamom pods here: https://amzn. to/3dxsFt9 (replace with own affiliate link)
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