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The perfect sweet and spicy escape – Chai Latte + Spiced Jam Crostini.
I don’t think there is anything more heavenly than a chai latte. There’s just something so relaxing and calming about this delicious creamy blend of black tea, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and vanilla flavor.
I’ve tried to make my own chai latte at home but they always seem to fall flat, lacking that perfect combination of sweet meets spicy.
Last week, I was given the opportunity to try the new TAZO® Chai Latte K-Cup® pods. Made from milk, real tea leaves and spices, they looked to have all the makings of a perfect chai latte. I couldn’t wait to give them a try.
This past winter, I started waking up quite a bit earlier than the rest of my family so that I can have some time to myself. It’s become a time of the day when I do my best thinking and planning – an uninterrupted and quiet escape from world. It was the perfect time to see what these new TAZO® Chai Latte K-Cup® pods were all about.
I love that TAZO® thought to create a way to make this rich, creamy cup heaven with the Keurig® brewing system – awesome! I love the Keurig® because it brews your drink in a flash and is literally mess-free. I’m all about easy and simple.
There are just a few easy steps to make your rich, creamy chai latte. The TAZO® Chai Latte is a simple two-step process: the dairy blend packet and the TAZO® Chai Latte K-Cup® pod.
- 1. Start by pouring the sweetened dairy blend packet (Step 1) into your mug and place it under your Keurig® as you would normally.
2. Pop in your TAZO® Chai Latte K-Cup® pod (Step 2) and select the 8oz. size serving.
3. Press start and count to about 20. Get ready because in seconds your whole kitchen will smell like an irresistible creamy blend of black tea, sweet cinnamon, spicy ginger, fragrant cardamom and vanilla.
4. Once finished, stir and enjoy!
The result is the perfect combination of sweet meets spicy – a world of flavors anyone can now make from the comfort of home. How could you not love that?
TAZO® didn’t stop with just an amazing new chai latte. They partnered with New York Times Bestselling author and host Padma Lakshmi to celebrate the release of the new K-Cup® pods (learn more at TAZO.com/chai).
Tea and chai have always played a big part in Padma Lakshmi’s life and family traditions. To celebrate her love of chai, Padma Lakshmi has developed delicious recipes that pair perfectly with a rich, creamy authentic TAZO® Chai Latte. I couldn’t resist giving one a try.
Check out these delicious toasted crostini with manchego cheese and spicy jam. SO GOOD! They are as tasty as they look, and I love how simple and easy they were to make. You can find more scrumptious pairing recipes developed Padma Lakshmi at TAZO.com/chai/pairings
The jam provided a great balance of sweet and spice with a pop of flavor from the manchego cheese. It was an amazing pairing with a hot cup of TAZO® Chai Latte and the perfect sweet and spicy escape at the end of a long day.
- 4 slices of sourdough bread
- 4 slices of manchego cheese
- 6 teaspoons jalapeño or red chili jam
- Toast the slices of sourdough bread.
- Spread 1½ teaspoons of jalapeño or red chili jam on each slice.
- Place 1 slice of manchego cheese over the jam on each slice of bread, canvassing the whole surface.
Are you a fan of chai? What would you pair with your TAZO® Chai Latte? Do you think you’ll try the new TAZO® Chai Latte K-Cup® pods? I’d love to hear from you!
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I just heard about these recently. What an awesome afternoon tea/snack. Your recipe is making me so hungry! I haven’t had lunch yet. I wish I had those.
That is my idea of a perfect breakfast. I would love one of those chai lattes right now.
Very cool! I wondered how they would recreate the creamy feel of a chai latte. The powder before is a great addition. I love our Keurig and will definitely have to try out this Tazo creation!
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Traci
I am not a huge fan of lattes, but you make it look and sound really good! Maybe I will try it.
Chai Tea is one of my favorites. I love this combo! I need to make this for our next brunch
I love Tazo tea. I need to get some k-cups to use at my house! That sounds like a perfect snack combination.
I love a good English breakfast black tea. You have me getting a midnight craving!
Looks delicious! I’ve never actually even heard of manchego cheese. I will have to look for it. Thanks for the great idea!
I first tasted a chai latte while living in LA and man…I fell in love! I haven’t had it since moving and am excited that TAZO has a way to make them at home! Yay!
I love chai and usually make mine from loose leaf tea, spices, and milk. I’m game for an easier way to do it, though. Mornings can be hectic. I think my Keurig just begged a little.
I love Chai Lattes! I love this combo too! I need to make this for snack time one day next week! Thank you for sharing it!
Oh yummy!
I have been waiting for a decent chai latte that I can make at home.
We have an older model of keurig so I am hoping these k cups will work with our machine.
I’ve been hearing a lot about these lately and I want to try them out. I usually get my Chai Latte from Starbucks but now I can make it in the comfort of my home. That’s awesome!
That crostini looks delicious! I love the spicy combination.