How to make a Kefir chai latte
Kefir is a fermented milk that has probiotic properties, perfect for those looking to increase their gut health without having to make a major diet change.
By using kefir milk instead of regular milk, you get a nutrient dense drink that offers a slightly different taste than regular dairy.
Plus maybe you’re sick of almond, soy, rice, oat or coconut milk…here’s how to make a kefir chai latte…
A great way to improve digestive health, we recommend you try kefir milk first, as the slightly sour taste will not be for everyone!
When you consider that 75% of your immune system is housed in your digestive system, it’s naturally going to be a good choice to give your digestive system a little ‘boost’ every now and again.
But before we progress, we need to discuss what ‘kefir’ actually is.
Kefir is made from white particles called ‘grains’. These grains contain the bacteria/yeast mixture clumped together with casein (milk proteins) and more complex sugars.
Resembling bits of coral or small clumps of cauliflower and can range from the size of a grain to the size of a hazelnut.
By adding kefir grains to milk, it ferments the liquid and combines it’s own friendly bacteria into the drink.
Then you strain the grains from the milk before drinking. Simple.
This fermentation period removes large amounts of lactose, meaning those intolerant to the substance can in most cases drink kefir milk.
And so now you have a better idea of what kefir actually is, we think we’ve found the best way to consume the slightly sour probiotic: the Kefir chai latte.
Ingredients
- 225g kefir
- 2 chai tea bags
- 1 tablespoon Agave Nectar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon plus extra to sprinkle
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- ½ cup boiling water
Method
- Place your chai tea bags in a small mug, pouring just enough water to cover both tea bags into the cup.
- Cover the top of the mug with a plate to help the tea bags to steep.
- Leave to stand for around 5 minutes.
- Pour the Kefir into a drinking glass.
- Add the Agave nectar, cinnamon and ginger. Give the mixture a good stir trying to remove any lumps that might occur.
- Once the tea has steeped for around 5 minutes, remove the tea bags.
- Now pour the kefir milk mixture into the mug and stir to combine all of the ingredient together.
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon when serving for an extra kick.
- Enjoy!
Relatively simple, but quite indulgent. This could be an excellent addition to any coffee shop menu, offering a slightly different taste compared to that of a regular chai latte.
Try it and see for yourself why kefir is becoming more and more popular around the world!