Apple Pie Chai Latte
Warm Apple Pie Chai Latte is a cozy, spiced drink made with real apple cider, chai tea, warm milk, and brown sugar. It tastes just like apple pie in a mug and is easy to make at home, comforting, and better than any café version.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Mug
- Whisk or spoon
Ingredients
- 1 Cup apple cider | not apple juice
- ½ Cup milk | whole, oat or almond
- 1 Bag chai tea | or 1 tbsp loose chai
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- apple pie spice | pinch, optional
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine apple cider and milk. Heat gently until steaming. Do not boil.
- Add the chai tea bag and let steep for 3–5 minutes, depending on desired strength.
- Remove the tea bag and stir in brown sugar, vanilla extract, and apple pie spice if using.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as desired.
- Pour into a mug and top with whipped cream, cinnamon, caramel drizzle, or apple slices. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh refrigerated apple cider for the best flavor
- Half & half makes it extra creamy
- Oat milk works beautifully for a dairy-free version
- For iced version, cool completely and serve over ice
- Non-alcoholic and family-friendly