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    Author: Donna | Published: Nov 29, 2016 | Modified: Mar 17, 2021

    Homemade Chai Green Tea Spiced Latte

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    Green Tea Chai Spiced Latte

    Move over pumpkin spiced latte, this matcha chai green tea spiced latte is so so perfect for the colder weather and is packed full of the goodness of matcha green tea, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

    Green Tea Chai Spiced Latte served in a glass with maple syrup and cinnamon sticks in the background

    Chai Green Tea Spiced Latte

    Get all of the comforts of a spiced latte at home with the addition of the benefits you get from matcha green tea, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

    This Homemade Spiced Latte is naturally sweetened with maple syrup (or honey if you prefer), so no need for refined sugars.

    Great as a comforting warm drink by itself, or poured over some ice for that comforting taste without the need for a hot drink.

    You will need:

    • almond milk or milk of choice
    • pure maple syrup
    • matcha green tea powder
    • ground cinnamon 
    • vanilla extract
    • ground nutmeg
    • maple syrup or honey for serving
    • extra cinnamon or cacao for serving
    A collection of ingredients required for green tea chai latte displayed in small bowls

    This green tea latte also works well as a creamer for your morning coffee if you want those Fall flavors but need more of a caffeine hit to get going in the morning.

    Simply store in a glass jar with a lid in the fridge and add it in place of your normal milk or creamer in the morning.

    Matcha Chai Latte served in a glass with a spoon mixing in the sprinkles of cinnamon on top

    What Are The Potential Benefits of Matcha?

    Matcha is a bit of a powerhouse of goodness. It:

    • is loaded with antioxidants: in fact it contains about 3 times more antioxidants than those found in other  high quality green teas;
    • it may help improve cholesterol and blood sugar levels;
    • it may help reduce the risk of heart disease;
    • matcha boosts energy and metabolism;
    • it increases focus, and
    • can help improve skin health

    Needless to say, it is a pretty powerful little powder!

    Matcha powder in a small bowl against a pink background

    How To Make This Matcha Chai Green Tea Spiced Latte Recipe (Don't Worry It's Easy!)

    For those that haven't used matcha before, it can be a bit intimidating.

    There are blends you can buy in places like Trader Joe's that will more or less dissolve in milk, which makes them sure easy to use.

    However, they tend to be loaded with refined sugar, and other unnecessary ingredients, so it is best to avoid them where possible.

    Look for plain matcha powder where possible.

    The problem with plain matcha powder is that it does not dissolve as well, especially if you aren't preparing your matcha in a more traditional way, with a small whisk.

    Although I love the tradition and calmness that comes with preparing matcha in that way, I just don't have the time or patience.

    There are two ways to approach this:

    • You can do what I do in this recipe and blend all of the ingredients together in a high-speed blender which helps the matcha to blend a lot quicker;
    • Or you can simply strain your drink before serving.
    Blender jug being filled with spices and milk for making a green tea latte
    Blending the matcha in a blender prior to heating helps incorporate it with the milk.

    I apologise if this offends the purists out there.

    That is not my intent.

    If you haven't used matcha before and would like some guidance on what brand to use, I have been using this one for a few years now and find it to be consistent in taste and texture:

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    How To Serve Up A Green Tea Latte

    Now there are two ways you can use this little recipe. You can:

    • add some extra heated milk, a drizzle of maple syrup (or honey if that's what you prefer), and serve as is (goes well with a rainy night and a blanket on the porch),
    • OR, you can use it as a delicious creamer in your coffee in the morning (goes well with a strong coffee and a will to carry on).
    Maple syrup being poured from a small white jug into a green tea latte

    Chai Green Tea Latte or A Dirty Hippy?

    I have been adding mine to my coffee as a creamer all week, and I am totally hooked.

    I think the cool kids are calling green tea, chai latte, coffee concoctions Dirty Hippies these days, but that name just doesn't appeal to me....

    So we will be going to go with the oh-so-sophisticated Green Tea Chai Spiced Latte. 

    Your morning coffee will never be the same!

    Green tea latte with maple syrup dripping down the side of the glass and a small jug of maple syrup and cinnamon sticks in the backgroun

    Have you tried a dirty hippy/green tea chai spiced latte?

    I would love to hear your thoughts, be sure to leave a comment, like on Facebook or pin to Pinterest for later.

    If you are looking for more homemade comforting drink options, then check these out:

    • The Best Dark Hot Chocolate Using Real Chocolate
    • Turmeric Infused Healthy Hot Chocolate
    • Thick and Creamy Pumpkin Hot Chocolate
    • Easy Instant Pot Apple Cider
    • Spiced Slow Cooker Cranberry Apple Cider
    • Cinnamon Apple Smoothie

    Happy drinking.

    xx

    Recipe

    Green tea Chai Spiced Latte

    Green Tea Chai Spiced Latte

    Whole Food Bellies
    Move over pumpkin spiced latte....this green tea chai spiced latte will warm you up on those chilly Fall nights. Perfect as is, or added as a delicious creamer alternative to your morning coffee
    3.88 from 25 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 4 mins
    Total Time 9 mins
    Course Drink
    Cuisine Drink
    Servings 1 drink
    Calories 31 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup almond milk plus extra for serving or milk of choice
    • 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon plus extra for serving
    • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • maple syrup or honey for serving
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    Instructions
     

    • Pop all ingredients into a blender and blend until combined (this step is optional, but helps with blending the spices)
    • Pop the mixture into a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat until the mixture reaches your desired temperature
    • Remove from heat and serve immediately as is, topping with some extra frothed milk and a dust of cinnamon or cacao and some honey/maple syrup to sweeten if desired
    • OR chill and use as a creamer in your morning coffee

    Notes

    As the spices used in this mix are natural products, sedimentation of the spices may occur. Simply strain before serving if you would like a smoother drink, although using the blender to blend prior to heating should help.
    To use as a creamer, keep stored in a glass jar with a lid in the fridge until ready to use. Pour some into your coffee when ready to serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 31kcalCarbohydrates: 4.6gProtein: 0.5gFat: 1.1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 80mgFiber: 0.9gSugar: 3.3g
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment HERE and let us know how it was!

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    1. Misa says

      March 21, 2021 at 10:43 am

      This looks yummy and I will certainly try it but I'll be calling it a Spiced Matcha Latte because you never actually added any chai. (Also, both the words Cha & Chai already mean tea, btw. We're just used to equating chai with masala chai, which is literally spiced tea). Vanilla is not a chai ingredient (it's a flavor additions-like adding vanilla to coffee), nutmeg is not a chai spice, & cinnamon is just a single ingredient in the mix of common spices that are used to make chai. I have even combined my chai mix with my matcha (+turmeric) before, and it is good so you should try mixing matcha with real spiced chai ingredients (usually added to Assam or Darjeeling tea before brewing but you and I are substituting green tea or matcha for black tea) which are cardamom plus, in addition to cinnamon, any 3 or more of the following: ginger, cloves, star anise, peppercorns, fennel, and your sweetener of choice, added to milk (or milk substitute). I look forward to hearing what quantity and mix of ingredients is you're favorite combination.

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      • Donna says

        March 29, 2021 at 4:40 pm

        Thank you for the education Misa, I will be looking at changing the name of this recipe next time I update it 🙂

        Reply
    2. celana renang anak laki says

      August 24, 2018 at 7:55 pm

      looks yummy , i'll try it soon, thank's for the recipe!

      Reply
    3. Cerly says

      December 17, 2017 at 10:09 pm

      Hmmm, Yummy! great recipe.. Thanks

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        December 18, 2017 at 7:43 am

        You are very welcome 🙂

        Reply
    4. Taylor says

      November 21, 2016 at 1:12 pm

      I've never had a chai latte before but I have some matcha I need to use up! This looks so comforting!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        November 21, 2016 at 1:50 pm

        Thanks Taylor, it definitely is a big mug of comfort 🙂 And the matcha tastes so good in there!

        Reply
    5. Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours says

      October 25, 2015 at 12:16 pm

      I love Matcha,, lovely recipe and perfect for the winter.

      Reply
      • Whole Food Bellies says

        October 29, 2015 at 4:25 pm

        Thanks Helen 🙂 Definitely a comforting winter drink!

        Reply
        • Tracey says

          June 10, 2016 at 7:52 pm

          Where can I find vanilla bean paste?

          Reply
          • Donna1 says

            June 11, 2016 at 8:17 am

            I order mine online, from Amazon, as it's cheaper, but you can usually find it in the normal super market. If you can't find it, you can either buy some vanilla bean pods and scrape out the seeds (will be in the spice section) or just use vanilla extract (although the flavour won't be quite a rich.) Good luck 🙂

            Reply
    6. Bethany @ Athletic Avocado says

      October 23, 2015 at 5:50 pm

      I would gladly exchange my pumpkin spice latte for this beauty! Looks amazing !

      Reply
      • Whole Food Bellies says

        October 24, 2015 at 6:07 am

        Thanks Bethany 🙂

        Reply
    7. lifestyletalks.wordpress.com says

      October 23, 2015 at 5:48 pm

      Never heard of green Tea Chai Spiced Latte before! The combination of cashew milk and green tea seems a bit strange but hey, as the saying goes don't Judge a book by it's cover....so we'll have to try this!

      Reply
      • Whole Food Bellies says

        October 24, 2015 at 6:13 am

        It can be any non-dairy milk, I just love cashew milk, because it's so creamy, and it froths up in the milk frother 🙂 It does sound like a weird combination, but it really works - it tastes delicious 🙂

        Reply
    8. Claudia | Gourmet Project says

      October 23, 2015 at 9:23 am

      yes yes yes to Matcha and its benefits. thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Whole Food Bellies says

        October 24, 2015 at 6:08 am

        Very welcome Claudia (I am hooked as well 🙂 )

        Reply
    9. Mark says

      October 22, 2015 at 11:13 pm

      Donna, what a great idea. I love lattes and I love chai tea, so great combination. Must be haelthier than straight coffee. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Whole Food Bellies says

        October 24, 2015 at 6:09 am

        I hope it's healthier than straight coffee 🙂 It tastes delicious!

        Reply
    10. Mayuri Patel says

      October 22, 2015 at 6:34 pm

      spiced latte looks so delicious. Love the idea of using matcha greentea and maple syrup.

      Reply
      • Whole Food Bellies says

        October 24, 2015 at 6:09 am

        Thanks Mayuri!!

        Reply
    11. shobha says

      October 22, 2015 at 3:51 pm

      Wow.. what a tea.. just like in the restaurant.. !

      Reply
      • Whole Food Bellies says

        October 24, 2015 at 6:10 am

        Haha thanks Shobha 🙂

        Reply

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