Coconut Chai AeroPress Latte with Toasted Spices
A cozy coffee treat with warm chai spices and creamy coconut milk
January 31, 2025
Love chai lattes? This AeroPress version combines rich coffee with toasted spices and smooth coconut milk for a cafe-worthy drink you can make at home. The aromatic blend of cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger creates a perfectly balanced cup that's both comforting and energizing.
This recipe is super simple to make with your AeroPress and basic spices. Using medium-dark roast coffee adds depth that pairs beautifully with the coconut milk and freshly toasted spices. Perfect for slow mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Here's why this coconut chai latte will become your new favorite:
- Fresh toasted spices give amazing flavor
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Dairy-free and naturally sweetened
- Customizable spice levels to your taste
Coconut Chai AeroPress Latte with Toasted Spices
A cozy coffee treat with warm chai spices and creamy coconut milk
Chai Latte, AeroPress Coffee, Coconut Milk Coffee, Spiced Coffee, Dairy-Free Coffee, Indian Coffee
Equipment
- AeroPress
- Coffee grinder
- Spice grinder or mortar and pestle
- Small saucepan
- Scale
- Kettle
Ingredients
- 15g medium-dark roast coffee, finely ground
- 1/2 tsp cardamom pods
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 whole cloves
- 1/4 inch fresh ginger, sliced
- 2 black peppercorns
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 200ml hot water (185°F/85°C)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Toast cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and peppercorns in a dry pan until fragrant (about 2 minutes)
- Grind toasted spices in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle
- Set up AeroPress in inverted position and add ground coffee and spice mixture
- Add hot water and stir gently
- Let steep for 1 minute
- While steeping, warm coconut milk and maple syrup in a small saucepan
- Attach filter, flip AeroPress onto mug, and press slowly
- Add warmed coconut milk mixture and pinch of salt
- Stir gently and enjoy
Pro Tips
- Toast spices in a dry pan until fragrant for maximum flavor
- Use filtered water heated to 185°F (85°C) for optimal extraction
- Grind coffee just before brewing for the freshest taste
- Shake coconut milk well before using to ensure it's properly mixed
Calories: 165kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Sodium: 95mg, Potassium: 225mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 12g, Calcium: 40mg, Iron: 2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT3M
Servings:
1 serving (12 oz)
Total Time:
PT8M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
