Soy-Free Chai Latte

Warm, aromatic, and completely dairy- and soy-free, this homemade Soy-Free Chai Latte is a comforting twist on the classic spiced tea blend. Crafted with a medley of whole spices—like cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, and fresh ginger—this recipe delivers an authentic chai experience in every sip. A splash of creamy coconut milk and a touch of vanilla extract add indulgent sweetness, balanced perfectly by a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy chai latte is perfect for cozy mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up. Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for a café-worthy touch and enjoy the velvety, spiced warmth without a hint of soy.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
• 4 pieces whole cloves
• 4 pods cardamom pods
• 4 pieces black peppercorns
• 1 inch piece, thinly sliced fresh ginger
• 2 bags black tea bags
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0 optional, for garnish ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, cardamom pods, peppercorns, and fresh ginger.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.

Step 3

Add the black tea bags to the saucepan and simmer for an additional 2 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the tea bags steep for 2 more minutes.

Step 4

Remove the tea bags and strain the spiced tea through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl or jug to remove the whole spices.

Step 5

Rinse the saucepan, then return the strained tea to it. Add honey or maple syrup, coconut milk, and vanilla extract to the saucepan.

Step 6

Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk the mixture until heated through and well mixed, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Divide the chai latte between two mugs, garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired, and enjoy hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(549.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	255.2

Total Fat 0.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 51.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 52.0g
Protein 1.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123.8mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 357.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.6%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 95.9%