Candy Cane Chai
A delightful drink combining the warm flavors of chai tea with refreshing peppermint. Perfect for winter gatherings and enjoyable any time of the year.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Hot Beverage
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chai tea bag (or 1 tsp loose chai tea)
- 1/3 cup hot water
- 2/3 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 tsp peppermint syrup (or splash of peppermint extract)
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
- Crushed candy cane for garnish
- Whole candy cane for stirring
Instructions
- Brew the chai: Pour 1/3 cup of hot water over the tea bag or loose tea and steep for 3-5 minutes. Remove the tea bag or strain.
- Heat the milk: In a small pot, heat 2/3 cup of milk over medium heat, stirring gently to avoid burning. Remove just before it boils.
- Froth the milk: Use a whisk or milk frother to froth the heated milk.
- Add peppermint: Stir in 1/2 tsp of peppermint syrup or a splash of peppermint extract.
- Combine and layer: Pour frothed milk over the brewed chai, allowing the foam to rise.
- Top it off: Add a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with crushed candy cane and add a whole candy cane as a stirrer.
- Enjoy: Sip and savor the cozy blend of chai and peppermint.
Notes
Customize the drink with more peppermint flavor or thicker foam. Serve hot and enjoy with holiday treats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: candy cane, chai tea, holiday drink, peppermint, warm beverage
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