8 Fantastic Tea Latte Recipes (2024)

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Want a cozy warming drink? Try a tea latte! Here are all the best tea latte recipes with the perfect frothy foam topping.

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Are you a tea latte lover? This tasty beverage may not have an ounce of coffee, but it’s become a coffeehouse masterpiece. There’s nothing better than cozying up to a great tea latte, especially in cool weather. Did you know you can bring the magic of the coffeeshop right into your home? It’s easy to make a tea latte: all you’ve got to do is perfect the art of milk frothing, and you’re in business.

There are lots of different tea lattes: from a Tea Latte with hot tea to that famous spin on masala chai, the Chai Latte (and everything in between). No matter what drink you choose: we guarantee it will be delicious.

And now…the best tea latte recipes to try!

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Perfect Tea Latte

Want to make the perfect tea latte at home? You can make a cup of creamy tea with a beautiful foamy, frothy topping: and it’s just as good as your local coffee shop (or better)! Tea lattes are the perfect cozy warm drink for fall and winter: but they work for anytime, too! You can whip yours up in just 5 minutes using black tea and milk. Here are all the tricks to making a tea latte at home!

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Chai Latte

Our personal favorite in our tea latte recipes: the chai latte! No need to run to your favorite coffee shop: you can make an even better chai latte in the comfort of your own home. There’s because there’s something that’s uniquely beautiful about this drink: the intrigue of the warm spices, the twinge of bitterness of tea, the rich, fluffed milk froth that makes a mustache after each sip. Yes, this is the way that a chai latte should be.

Also try: Vegan Chai Latte

Here’s one to add to yourhomemade tea latterepertoire: the London Fog! This latte with Earl Gray tea is sweet and creamy, with the gentle essence of honey, vanilla and lavender blossoms. It’s a total treat!

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Matcha Latte

Love a great tea latte? Try this homemadeMatcha Latte! Each sip is herbal, lightly sweet and subtly bitter from the matcha, contrasted by the rich and creamy milk. You can make a good matcha latte at home, but want to make agreatone? Here’s what you need to know to make a drink with the best brilliant green color and smooth, calming flavor.

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Vanilla Chai Latte

How cozy does this cup look? Yes, thisvanilla chai latteis the equivalent of putting on a fuzzy sweater and curling up by a roaring fireplace. This tea is flavored with the beautiful spices ofmasala chai: cinnamon, cardamom and ginger. Add to it the frothed milk foam from a latte, and you’ll feel like you’re drinking a fancy tea latte from your local coffee shop.

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Dirty Chai Latte

Our favorite fancy tea latte for a splurge? ADirty Chai Latte! Adding a shot of espresso tomasala chaigives it a jolt of caffeine. Even better, the bitterness of coffee is just right for rounding out the subtle creamy sweetness. Here’s our spin on this coffee house special: it’s just sweet enough, and spiced gently with a special blend ofchai spices.

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Iced Matcha Latte

Amatcha latteis one thing, but the iced matcha latte? This green drink is like a whole new category: perfectly chilled, lusciously creamy, with just the right hint of sweetness. If you love a good Starbucks iced matcha latte, never fear! You can recreate it in the comfort of your own home. It’s even faster and easier than the hotlatteversion. Here's how!

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Iced Chai Latte

Last up: an icy variation on a tea latte! ThisIced Chai Latte is sweetly spiced and oh so delicious. The homemade version of this coffeeshop special tastes much better than the Starbucks version that’s so popular (and has less sugar). This one is sweetened with maple syrup and made with our customchai spices blend. Make up a big batch of the concentrate and drink off of it all week!

Equipment to make the perfect tea latte foam

Each of these tea latte recipes have instructions on how to make the perfect frothed milk topping. This can require some special equipment: or there’s one tool that you probably have at home.

  • French press: This is the method we use. It’s easy and results in great foam! Here’s a link to buy a French press. Plus, you can also use it to make coffee.
  • Handheld milk frother: This tool is made especially for frothing! It’s very easy to use and pretty cheap, coming in at $10. Here’s a link to buy a handheld milk frother.
  • Whisk: If you don’t want to buy special equipment, that’s ok! You can use a whisk and it works (just not nearly as well as the other two).

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Tea Latte Recipe

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  • Author: Sonja Overhiser
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 drink 1x
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Here’s how to make a tea latte recipe just like your favorite coffee shop…in 5 minutes! It’s got the best creamy flavor and frothy foam topping. For a chai latte: go to Chai Latte or Vanilla Chai Latte.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 4 ounces (½ cup) strong black tea (1 tea bag and ½ cup water)
  • 4 ounces (½ cup) whole milk*
  • ½ tablespoon maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Make the tea using 1 black tea bag and ½ cup water. Allow to steep for several minutes.
  2. Add the milk and maple syrup to a small saucepan. Heat the milk to 150 degrees Fahrenheit (measure using a thermometer): this is hot with some small bubbles forming around the outside, but not simmering. The exact temperature is helpful for getting the perfect foam (if you don’t have a thermometer you can approximate).
  3. Use a hand frother, whisk, or French press to foam the milk into small, even bubbles. (The French press is our favorite method: Add the scalding milk to the French press and pump using quick, short plunges for 20 seconds until small foamy bubbles occur. Pour into a pitcher and tap it on the counter to break down large bubbles. You’ll get best results with 1 cup of milk for two drinks.)
  4. Pour the tea into a cup. Gently pour the milk and foam into the center of tea.

Notes

*If you’re using the French press frothing method, note that you’ll get best results using 1 cup milk and making 2 drinks.

  • Category: Drink
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tea
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Keywords: Tea latte recipes

More cozy drinks

Looking for more cozy drinks like this one? Some of our favorite warming drinks for the season are:

  • Mulled WineSimmer red wine with orange zest, cloves, cinnamon sticks, allspice and honey. It’s a crowd pleaser!
  • Hot Buttered Rum This cozy drink is great for chilly fall evenings or as a co*cktail for holiday season.
  • Hot Apple Cider or Mulled CiderEasy and makes your kitchen smell amazing. Or add rum to make itSpiked Apple Cider.

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Hi, we’re Alex and Sonja Overhiser, married cookbook authors, food bloggers, and recipe developers. We founded A Couple Cooks to share fresh, seasonal recipes for memorable kitchen moments! Our recipes are made by two real people and work every time.

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FAQs

What is the ratio for a tea latte? ›

Ingredients: 1 teabag (Tazo Chai) 2 parts (8 oz) non-dairy milk. 1 part (4 oz) water.

What kind of tea do you use for tea lattes? ›

It is commonly made with a tea concentrate (tea brewed stronger), but can also be made with Matcha or Hojicha powder. It can be made hot or cold. You can make a tea latte with any type of milk. I personally don't like cow's milk and I only drink vegetal milk.

What's the difference between milk tea and tea latte? ›

Tea lattes are a style of milk tea and a variation on cafe lattes. Like cafe lattes, they are typically made with steamed milk. However, instead of espresso, they contain tea, usually in the form of matcha green tea or a concentrate made from strong-brewed tea.

How do you make a tea latte with a milk frother? ›

Froth the milk using a milk frother, until tripled in size. Discard the tea bags and sweeten the tea to taste. Add the milk, holding back the froth. Spoon however much froth you desire over the tea and serve.

How much milk for 1 cup of latte? ›

Lattes usually contain 1-2 ounces of espresso and 8-15 ounces of steamed milk. In the specialty coffee world, anything larger than 8 ounces is considered a latte.

What is the best ratio of milk to tea? ›

Adding milk to tea is a personal preference, we always recommend trying the tea straight before adding anything to it. If you going to add milk, a ratio of ¼ milk (or less) for one serving of tea is ideal.

Are tea lattes healthy? ›

The black tea provides a source of caffeine, which can boost energy levels and improve cognitive function. The spices used in the latte, such as ginger and cinnamon, have been linked to anti-inflammatory effects, improved digestion, and antioxidant benefits.

What is the best milk to put in hot tea? ›

A stronger tea will always balance out the milk better than a weaker tea. Furthermore, creamer milks will go better with teas. Thus, whole dairy milk is your best bet. If you're dairy free then you should opt for either almond or cashew milk which replicates the creaminess of whole dairy milk.

What is in a Starbucks tea latte? ›

What's included. Pure black tea is steamed with milk then sweetened to create this smooth, creamy latte. A signature favourite of tea lovers.

What is a black tea latte? ›

Brew your Black Tea, then add plenty of ice to make it cold (or don't add ice to keep it a hot tea). Add the brown sugar, blend the milk and heavy cream with a little bit of froth to put on top, pour into a glass of your choice, sprinkle some cinnamon on top. Serve. Meal planning made easy with the Tasty app.

Is A latte better than a coffee? ›

Lattes contain milk, so they are generally higher in fat, sugar, and calories compared to traditional coffee. But remember that taste preferences and caffeine needs will vary, so ultimately it's up to the individual to decide which coffee beverage they prefer.

Why do you steam milk for a latte? ›

Frothing milk requires a great deal of air to be pulled into the milk while heating it to create lots of bubbles and volume. Steamed milk, on the other hand, pulls less air into the milk while steaming, creating smaller bubbles that form “microfoam” which gives lattes that perfectly velvety mouthfeel.

What is tea with creamer called? ›

Milk tea, on the other hand, is made by steeping tea leaves in hot water and adding milk or creamer and sugar to taste.

Can you put tea in a milk frother? ›

A: In most states, it is not illegal to put whole tea leaves in your milk frother.

What do baristas use to froth milk? ›

Using a Milk Frother Wand

And baristas will need to decide if they need hot or cold milk and pour it into a container. The next step is to place the frother's head into the milk — but not too deep — and froth the milk.

What is the ratio of tea mix? ›

For making one cup of tea, u need half cup of water, half cup of milk, one spoon of tea and one - and a half spoon of sugar.

What are the measurements for making a latte? ›

Lattes are generally 2 fluid ounces of espresso to 3 fluid ounces of steamed milk and a small foam topping. Cappuccinos are a 1:1:1 ratio of espresso to milk to foam (eg. 2-oz to 2-oz to 2-oz). As always, start with a freshly roasted, great espresso bean.

How much milk do I need for a latte with two shots? ›

In most cafes, you'll see a latte served in 10, 12, 16 and sometimes even 20-ounce cups. Pull a double shot of espresso into a 10-ounce cup. Steam approximately 7-8 ounces of milk. For a more milky latte, try to introduce less air into the milk (think 3-4 seconds of chirping/paper tearing sounds).

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