Spiced Holiday Chai Tea Latte

1.In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.

2.Add the black tea bags, cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, star anise, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and ground allspice to the boiling water.

3.Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.

4.Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the tea mixture into a clean pot, discarding the spices and tea bags.

5.In a separate saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling.

6.Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract into the hot milk until the sugar is fully dissolved.

7.Combine the spiced tea mixture with the sweetened milk, stirring well to blend the flavors.

8.Pour the chai tea latte into mugs.

9.Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired.

10.Serve hot and enjoy your Spiced Holiday Chai Tea Latte.