Chai Simple Syrup (Easy Homemade Spiced Syrup)
This easy to make chai simple syrup is infused with warm spices from chai tea bags and is perfect for sweetening coffee, lattes, cocktails, mocktails, and desserts. Made with just 3 ingredients, it’s a quick way to add cozy flavor to your favorite drinks.
Servings 12 servings
Calories 32kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- 3 chai tea bags
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Stovetop:
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the water to a boil. Remove from heat and add the chai tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags, gently squeezing out excess liquid. Stir in the sugar until fully dissolved. Let cool completely before storing.
Microwave:
- In a microwave-safe container (such as a glass measuring cup), heat water on high for 1–2 minutes until boiling. Add chai tea bags and steep for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags, squeezing out excess liquid.
- Stir in sugar until fully dissolved. Allow to cool before storing.
Notes
Perfect for coffee, chai lattes, cocktails, mocktails, and desserts.
Makes about ¾ cup of syrup, or 12 tablespoons
Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
For stronger flavor, steep tea longer or use an extra tea bag.
Nutrition
Calories: 32kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 0.2mg | Sugar: 8g | Calcium: 0.4mg | Iron: 0.004mg
