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Low-Carb Chai Tea Latte

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Last week, I celebrated my 30th birthday, and since it’s October, I wanted to serve something warm and cozy that fit the fall vibe. This Low-Carb Chai Tea Latte was the perfect choice! It’s not just for chilly days though—I often enjoy it chilled over ice when the weather warms up.

Along with the chai latte, I made a keto-friendly Boston Cream Pie, Double Chocolate Muffins, Bacon Pancakes and Guac Burgers for the party. It was the perfect way to celebrate while sticking to my low-carb lifestyle. Even my carb-loving friends were surprised at how good it tasted!

The best part? All these recipes are are part of my journey to create over 150 low-carb recipes for my first-ever cookbook. Although this chai recipe didn’t make it into the final book (I ended up with way too many ideas and not enough pages!), I’m thrilled to share it with you here!

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Recipe Tips & Swaps

Whether you're a fan of hot chai lattes or prefer yours iced, this recipe can be easily adapted to suit your preferences. Below are a few tips and swaps to make sure your Low-Carb Chai Tea Latte turns out just right.

  • Sweetness Adjustments: I personally don’t like my chai too sweet, so I use a small amount of sweetener. If you prefer a sweeter chai, feel free to increase the amount of granulated sweetener (Allulose or Erythritol work best), or add a few drops of stevia. You can also use other keto-friendly sweeteners like monk fruit.
  • Dairy-Free Option: This recipe calls for almond milk and coconut milk, but if you're looking for a creamier version, feel free to swap the coconut milk with heavy whipping cream. To keep it dairy-free, stick with coconut milk or try cashew milk for a rich, velvety texture. You can also experiment with other plant-based milk like macadamia or hemp milk.
  • Spice Variations: The spice mix in this recipe is quite flexible. If you don’t have all the spices on hand, you can use a pre-made chai spice blend. Want to intensify the flavor? Freshly grated ginger or a cinnamon stick added while brewing will give your latte an extra kick. You can also adjust the spices to your liking—add more cinnamon for warmth or cardamom for that authentic chai taste.
  • Tea Choices: I used black tea bags for this recipe, but you can experiment with different types of tea. Try rooibos for a caffeine-free version, or use green tea if you're looking for a unique twist. Loose-leaf tea works just as well—just make sure to strain it before mixing with the milk.
  • Make It Iced: If you prefer your chai latte iced, simply prepare the chai tea mixture as directed, let it cool, and serve over ice. You can also make a batch ahead of time, store it in the fridge, and mix with cold almond and coconut milk when you’re ready for a refreshing treat.

Storage Tips

You can brew the chai tea mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. When you're ready for a latte, just reheat the mixture and combine it with warm milk. If you're making an iced version, keep the chai in the fridge and pour it over milk and ice whenever you need a quick drink.

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Hands-on Overall

Serving size 1 latte

Allergy information for Low-Carb Chai Tea Latte

✔  Gluten free
✔  Dairy free
✔  Egg free
✔  Nightshade free
✔  Pork free
✔  Avocado free
✔  Coconut free
✔  Fish free
✔  Shellfish free
✔  Beef free
Vegetarian
Vegan

Notes

  • Recipe can be made dairy-free or coconut-free.

Nutritional values (per 1 latte)

Net carbs3.6 grams
Protein1.6 grams
Fat13 grams
Calories133 kcal
Calories from carbs 11%, protein 5%, fat 84%
Total carbs4.6 gramsFiber0.9 gramsSugars0.5 gramsSaturated fat10.9 gramsSodium333 mg(14% RDA)Magnesium45 mg(11% RDA)Potassium350 mg(18% EMR)

Ingredients (makes 2 servings)

Chai tea mixture:
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ginger powder or 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 1/4 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cloves
  • 4 cardamom pods
  • seeds from 1 vanilla bean or 1/2 tsp vanilla powder or 2 tsp sugar-free vanilla extract
  • pinch of sea salt
  • 2 black tea bags
  • 2-3 cups water
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Instructions

  1. Mix all the spices and place them in a tea bag or directly into a pot with boiling water. Low-Carb Chai Tea Latte
  2. Add black tea bags into the pot with boiling water. Low-Carb Chai Tea Latte
  3. Simmer for 20-25 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags and strain if needed. Low-Carb Chai Tea Latte
  4. Heat up the almond and coconut milk (or cream) and pour in a glass. Add the chai tea mixture, stir and enjoy! You can make the chai tea mixture in advance and store it in the fridge. When needed, heat it up and mix with almond milk and coconut milk (or cream). Low-Carb Chai Tea Latte

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Chai Tea Latte
Chai Tea Latte is a tasty beverage not for just cold winter days. This keto chai tea latte tastes like the real deal but with none of the carbs and dairy!
Hands on5m
Overall30m
Servings2
Calories133 kcal
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Mix all the spices and place them in a tea bag or directly into a pot with boiling water.
  2. Add black tea bags into the pot with boiling water.
  3. Simmer for 20-25 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags and strain if needed.
  4. Heat up the almond and coconut milk (or cream) and pour in a glass. Add the chai tea mixture, stir and enjoy! You can make the chai tea mixture in advance and store it in the fridge. When needed, heat it up and mix with almond milk and coconut milk (or cream).

Nutrition (per serving, 1 latte)

Calories133kcal
Net Carbs3.6g
Carbohydrates4.6g
Protein1.6g
Fat13g
Saturated Fat10.9g
Fiber0.9g
Sugar0.5g
Sodium333mg
Magnesium45mg
Potassium350mg

Detailed nutritional breakdown (per 1 latte)

Net carbsProteinFatCalories
Total per 1 latte
3.6 g1.6 g13 g133 kcal
Cinnamon, spices
0.2 g0 g0 g2 kcal
Ginger (ground, dried), spices
0.1 g0 g0 g1 kcal
Allspice, dried, spices
0.1 g0 g0 g1 kcal
Spices, fennel seed
0 g0 g0 g1 kcal
Nutmeg, spices
0.1 g0 g0.1 g1 kcal
Cloves, spices
0.1 g0 g0 g1 kcal
Cardamom whole, dried
0.1 g0 g0 g1 kcal
Vanilla powder, dried (from vanilla beans, vanilla pods)
0.1 g0 g0 g3 kcal
Salt, pink Himalayan rock salt
0 g0 g0 g0 kcal
Beverages, tea, black, brewed, prepared with tap water
0.7 g0 g0 g2 kcal
Almond milk natural (unsweetened)
0.2 g0.3 g0.7 g8 kcal
Coconut milk (full-fat, unsweetened)
1.6 g1.1 g12.1 g111 kcal
Erythritol (natural low-carb sweetener)
0.3 g0 g0 g1 kcal

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Martina Slajerova
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Martina Slajerova

I changed the way I ate in 2011, when I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid. I had no energy, and I found it more and more difficult to maintain a healthy weight.

That’s when I decided to quit sugar, grains, and processed foods, and to start following a whole-foods-based ketogenic approach to food.

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Comments (25)

Hi Martina, could I simply use my chai tea bags instead of the individual spices?  They are very good quality, but this sounds so lovely!   Thanks!!!

Absolutely! You may find that ready make chai tea bags have a less concentrated flavour so feel free to use more tea bags if needed 😊

Hi Martina
I also have Hashimotos I was diagnosed about 20 odd years ago.  I have recently started eating low carb high fat & I must say I am feeling wonderful.  Has your Hashi's improved much since you changed your way of eating?  I am hopeful that it will help me also I am menopausal and my symptoms seem to be improving I don't seem to be experiencing the hot flushes which used to drive me to distraction.

Hi Bev, it is actually the main reason I started following a low-carb diet (to manage my Hashimoto's). Although I still take medication, I feel much better on a lchf diet. Before keto and while taking medication I still experienced some of the symptoms (fatigue, weight gain, etc).
Here are good posts that explain more:
Ketogenic Diet and Menopause
Are Keto and Low Carb Diets Suitable for People with Thyroid Disease?
I hope this helps!

Hi, what if I use organic chai tea bags with the almond and coconut milk, do you think that it will compare to the taste? Dont always have time for making the full recipe.

Yes, you can do that! Any ready-made chai tea bags will work.

I LOVE chi tea but does it really need the fennel seed?

I think they do give the tea an authentic chai taste but if you're not a fan, you can skip them 😊

Martina, I love you!!!! ❤️ Since going Keto I have so missed my Cafe Escapes chai tea (1 serving = 9 net carbs!)... I used to drink 2 cups a day...ahhh, but no more. Until I found your Keto recipe!! I just made it, It was heavenly, and one cup a day (3.6 net carbs) will fit into my daily macros! You have made me a very happy camper!!!!

Thank you so much for your kind words!

I have searching all over for a good chai tea recipe. This is it. I love it. Thanks for sharing 😊

Hi! This looks great. How much water do you boil to add the spices too? I ask so that I don't make it too diluted. Thanks so much!

2-3 cups. Hope you like it! 😊

Do you ever make an iced version, or any thoughts on how to? Is it as simple as chilling it and pouring over ice, or is there a change to the recipe (like one would do with iced vs hot coffee)?

Hi Steve, yes, I'd do that - just chill and serve over ice 😊

Do you know how to make unsweetened almond milk? I'd love to add that to this recipe! Thanks!

Hi Kim, yes, I usually make my own using blanched or "regular" almonds, blend them in a food processor and pour in a nut milk bag. Then I dehydrate the pulp and use it instead of almond meal 😊 I'll definitely post a recipe on my blog too.

Instead of cardamom pods, how much cardamom powder would I use?

Hi Marsha, I'd use 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom powder - should be about the same 😊

Looks great!  Great change from coffee.

Thank you Mel!! Yes, it's great when you don't want to drink too much coffee 😊

I love chai tea but never tried making my own. thanks for the recipe 😊

You're welcome! Hope you like it 😊

Love chai tea latte and still can't believe that I used to buy the sugar loaded stuff from Starbucks. So looking forward to your book!! When is it going to be out?

Thanks Emily, it will be out in autumn next year 😊