Keto Spiced Chai Cream Latte: The Fat-Burning Hug in a Mug

Ingredients

• 250 ml (1 cup) unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk

• 120 ml (½ cup) brewed strong black tea

• 1 tbsp heavy cream or coconut cream

• 1 tsp MCT oil or coconut oil

• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ tsp ground ginger

• 1 pinch ground cardamom

• 1 pinch ground cloves

• 1 pinch ground nutmeg

• A few drops of stevia or monk fruit extract to taste

• Optional: a cinnamon stick for garnish

Method

1. Brew the black tea and set aside.

2. In a small saucepan, gently warm the milk with cream, spices, and MCT oil over low heat. Do not boil.

3. Whisk or froth the mixture until lightly foamy.

4. Combine with brewed tea and sweeten to taste.

5. Pour into a pre-warmed mug, garnish with a cinnamon stick, and serve steaming hot.

The Science of the Beverage

This latte is a metabolic masterpiece, combining the thermogenic effects of spices with the cognitive clarity of keto fats.

MCT oil provides rapidly absorbed medium-chain triglycerides that are metabolised into ketones in the liver, supplying immediate brain energy without insulin spikes (Nutrients. 2019;11(9):2106). Ketones improve cognitive function and promote satiety, reducing appetite (Front Nutr. 2021;8:727850).

Black tea contains theaflavins and catechins, polyphenols that reduce oxidative stress and modulate gut microbiota in ways that support fat metabolism (Eur J Nutr. 2017;56(2):701–716). Studies show regular black tea consumption may improve lipid profiles and lower LDL cholesterol (Nutr Res. 2018;50:10–18).

Cinnamon improves insulin sensitivity by mimicking insulin’s molecular structure and enhancing glucose uptake (J Diabetes Res. 2015;2015:913651). It also slows gastric emptying, supporting stable blood sugar levels post-meal.

Ginger adds zing and bioactive compounds such as gingerol, which inhibit inflammatory cytokines and support digestion (Food Sci Nutr. 2017;5(2):349–361).

Cardamom and cloves contribute antioxidant phenolics that scavenge free radicals and support oral and digestive health (J Food Sci Technol. 2015;52(10):6820–6830).

Nutmeg, in moderation, provides trace myristicin and elemicin compounds that act as mild mood enhancers and relaxants (Phytother Res. 2013;27(10):1521–1528).

Together, these spices create a biochemical symphony that not only warms your hands but supports metabolic equilibrium, cognitive alertness, and a remarkably peaceful gut.

Nutritional Information

(Per Serving)

• Calories: 210 kcal

• Fat: 22 g

• Carbohydrates: 3 g (net)

• Protein: 2 g

• Fibre: 1 g

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