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What\u2019s better than a cup of hot tea? How about a chai latte? Flavorful, intense, and warming, it\u2019s the perfect pick-me-up beverage on a cold winter day. We use coconut cream, a keto-friendly option that gives a rich and thick consistency to the chai latte. Then we sprinkle the foamy goodness with cinnamon and nutmeg, which makes this special low carb drink even more irresistible. It smells and tastes like keto happiness in a mug! Bottoms up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is This Chai Tea Latte Version Healthy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Traditional chai tea latte is a healthy concoction of tea, milk, herbs, and spices. Tea, herbs, and spices are keto-approved. However, milk is obviously not keto. Fortunately, we can substitute it for other ingredients that won\u2019t kick you out of ketosis<\/a><\/strong>. For this recipe, we are using coconut cream to take advantage of its creamy goodness, and also because it has more fat and protein than other milk alternatives. Speaking of alternatives, if you\u2019re not a coconut fan, keep on reading this article. Further down, I\u2019ll be giving you more ideas on what to replace milk with!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Keto Chai Tea Latte Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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 1 cup water<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 2 black tea bags<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u00bc cup coconut cream<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 10 drops erythritol, liquid<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u215b tsp cinnamon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u215b tsp nutmeg<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

How To Make Low Carb & Keto-Friendly Chai Tea Latte<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

1. Bring water to a boil and pour it into a cup. Immerse the 2 tea bags in the cup and let it steep for 4-5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. In a saucepan or microwave, warm the coconut cream. Once warmed, transfer to a jar and froth the cream using a frother or an immersion blender. Alternatively, you may put a tight lid on the jar and shake it vigorously until the cream doubles in volume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Remove the tea bags from the cup, then pour the frothed cream over the tea. Add the liquid erythritol and mix well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Sprinkle your keto chai tea latte with cinnamon and nutmeg. Serve warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nutrition Info<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Chai latte<\/td>Calories<\/td>Fats (g)<\/td>Carbs (g)<\/td>Fiber (g)<\/td>Net Carbs (g)<\/td>Protein (g)<\/td><\/tr>
1 cup of water<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
2 black tea bags<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
\u00bc cup coconut cream<\/td>138<\/td>14.3<\/td>3.3<\/td>1.3<\/td>2<\/td>1.4<\/td><\/tr>
10 drops Erythritol, liquid<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
1\/8<\/sup> teaspoon cinnamon<\/td>1<\/td>0<\/td>0.2<\/td>0.2<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
1\/8<\/sup> teaspoon nutmeg<\/td>1<\/td>0.1<\/td>0.1<\/td>0.1<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
Total<\/td>140<\/td>14.4<\/td>3.6<\/td>1.6<\/td>2<\/td>1.4<\/td><\/tr>
Per Serving (<1)<\/td>140<\/td>14.4<\/td>3.6<\/td>1.6<\/td>2<\/td>1.4<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Some Alternative Ingredients For Your Chai Latte<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019d recommend sticking to our ingredients first, so you can taste our delicious version. I promise it will be worth your while! But if you\u2019re not a fan of some ingredients, then here are some suggestions you may want to consider:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coconut cream alternatives<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As much as I love coconut cream and its decadent tropical flavor, lots of other people don\u2019t. Some may find the taste too rich. Or perhaps others just aren\u2019t used to drinking such a thick, fatty cream. That said, if a lighter coconut flavor is what you want, then coconut milk is the next best thing. Coconut milk has far less fat and calories than coconut cream.  <\/p>\n\n\n

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Now, if you\u2019ve been on keto for a while, you\u2019ll most likely recognize the next two alternatives \u2013 almond milk and heavy whipping cream. If you use almond milk, make sure you choose an unsweetened version. Some brands sneak in some sugar which adds a few carbs to your drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heavy whipping cream is, of course, a keto staple. It\u2019s rich in healthy fats and nutrients, but it does have much higher calories than coconut cream. If you\u2019re looking for a dairy option so you get a taste of regular chai tea latte, then use this thick cream instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Half & half will also work great for this keto latte recipe. You can play around with the ingredients. You can use half of coconut cream and half of heavy whipped cream. Or, you can use half of coconut milk and half of almond milk, and so on! Feel free to experiment until you find the taste and texture that\u2019s perfect for your taste buds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a comparison table of the different keto-friendly milk alternatives for your chai tea latte:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bc Cup of\u2026.<\/strong><\/td>Calories<\/strong><\/td>Fat (g)<\/strong><\/td>Net Carbs (g)<\/strong><\/td>Protein (g)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Coconut cream<\/td>138<\/td>14<\/td>2<\/td>1<\/td><\/tr>
Coconut milk<\/td>17<\/td>1<\/td>2<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
Unsweetened almond milk<\/td>8<\/td>1<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
Heavy whipping cream<\/td>202<\/td>21<\/td>2<\/td>2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Spices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The spices we use in this recipe – cinnamon and nutmeg – are two popular options for a delicious chai latte. But other spices traditionally added to chai tea include ginger, vanilla, black pepper, clove, and cardamom. Fortunately, this drink is quite versatile so you can add whatever low carb spice you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those wanting to add more fiber to your day, I would suggest adding a tablespoon of chia seeds. But you\u2019d need to have this soaked in water for at least 30 minutes. For more protein, a scoop of neutral-flavored collagen or protein powder will help beef up your drink!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why I Think This Chai Latte Recipe Is Better Than The Starbucks Low Carb Version<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Surprised? Yes, coffee giant Starbucks offers a keto-friendly chai tea latte. It\u2019s not shown on the menu though, so you\u2019d need some assistance from your barista if you want none of the sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to mrskinnypants<\/a>, a small Starbucks chai tea latte contains 22 carbs, which as we all know is way too high for anyone on keto (unless that\u2019s all the carbs you consume for the entire day, then it\u2019s acceptable!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Converting a Starbucks chai latte to a low carb option involves asking your barista to do the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n