Looking for a warm, cozy drink that doubles as an amazing boost for your skin, nails, and hair health? You’ve found it, my friend. This collagen chai tea is more than just delicious. It’s packed with pure organic fabulous chai spices and high doses of vitamin C from turmeric and ginger. Plus, there are no weird additives—just a mix of spices, plant milk, and collagen powder!

Why This Recipe Works

• You get a big boost of collagen: Each cup gives you a healthy dose of hydrolyzed collagen peptides, which is a great way to improve skin elasticity and promote stronger nails and hair.
• It’s got a spice blend for gut health: Turmeric, ginger root, and cinnamon are included to give you even more benefits (digestion and blood circulation!)
• It’s a natural stimulant: Black tea provides a great energy boost naturally.
• Anti-inflammatory properties: Ginger and turmeric reduce free radicals, help keep your skin healthy, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
• Vegan-friendly option: You can swap the bovine collagen peptides for a vegan collagen support creamer if you want it entirely plant-based.

​Beneficial Ingredients

• Ginger root & turmeric: Anti-inflammatory herbs that help brighten skin tone and support a healthy immune system.
• Cardamom & star anise: Staples of Tibetan medicine, these spices are rich in antioxidants and fight free radicals while adding that beautiful warming chai flavor.
• Black tea: Did you now that black tea is rich in polyphenols, which are powerful antioxidants that help fight free radicals? Regular consumption of black tea may also improve your skin’s complexion by reducing inflammation and promoting blood circulation.
• Collagen powder: High collagen tea also improves skin’s complexion and maintains skin elasticity.
• Plant milk: Depending on which type you choose, here’s how plant milk can bring added benefits to your chai latte:.
  • Almond Milk: Almond milk is rich in vitamin E, which supports healthy skin by combating free radicals and improving skin tone. It’s also a good source of calcium for stronger nails and bones.
  • Coconut Milk: Coconut milk provides healthy fats that support energy production and keep you feeling full longer. It’s also great for improving skin elasticity, thanks to its high levels of lauric acid.
  • Oat Milk: This creamy option is packed with beta-glucans, which support heart health and help you maintain steady blood sugar levels. Oat milk also contains B vitamins, which is great for healthy hair and skin.
  • Cashew Milk: Cashew milk gives a creamy texture while also being rich in magnesium, which you need for energy production and a healthy immune system.

Ingredients

• 4 cardamom pods
• 2 whole cloves
• 1–2 star anise
• 6 peppercorns
• 1 cup hot water
• 3 slices fresh ginger
• 1 slice fresh turmeric
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 black tea bags
• 1 cup plant milk (almond milk or coconut milk work great)
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 scoops collagen powder

Substitutes

• Collagen powder: If you’re vegan, use a vegan collagen support creamer instead of the bovine collagen peptides.
• Sweetener: Don’t have maple syrup? Swap it out for honey or a gram of sugar if you’re in a pinch.
• Plant milk: Almond milk and coconut milk are great options, but feel free to experiment with oat or cashew milk.
• Black tea bags: You can also use loose-leaf black tea if that’s what you have on hand.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Crush the spices: Place the cardamom pods, cloves, star anise, and peppercorns into a pestle and mortar. Give them a light crush to release their aromas.
2. Boil the base: In a small pot, bring the hot water to a boil with the crushed spices, turmeric slice, and ginger slices. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes, then turn off the heat.
3. Steep the tea: Add the black tea bags and let them steep for 5 minutes. This creates that rich, beautiful warming chai flavor. Stir in the maple syrup while the tea is hot.
4. Remove and strain: Take out the tea bags, turmeric, ginger slices, and large spices.
5. Add the collagen: Stir in the collagen powder until fully dissolved.
6. Strain and serve: Pour the tea through a strainer into your favorite tea cups. Top with plant milk and enjoy the healthy glow!

How to Turn This Chai Tea into a Chai Latte

Want to take this already-delicious chai tea to latte-level status? You’re only a couple of steps away from sipping on a creamy, frothy chai latte. It’s just a matter of blending that spiced tea base with steamed milk for a rich, velvety texture. Here’s how you do it:

1. Brew the Chai Base: Follow the steps in the original recipe to create your beautifully spiced chai tea. Don’t add the plant milk just yet—we’re saving that for later.
2. Heat & Froth the Milk:
   • Stove method: Warm 1 cup of your preferred plant milk (almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk work great) in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once it’s hot, remove it from heat and use a hand frother or whisk to create foam.
   • Fancy method: If you’ve got an electric milk frother (lucky you), pour the milk in and let it do its magic until it’s warm and frothy.
3. Combine:
   • Pour the brewed chai tea into your tea cups until about two-thirds full.
   • Slowly top it off with the hot, frothed milk, letting the foam settle on top. This is where the latte vibes really kick in.
4. Optional Sweetener: If you prefer your chai latte a little sweeter, feel free to drizzle in a touch more maple syrup, honey, or your favorite natural sweetener.
5. Finishing Touches: For that café-worthy look, sprinkle a bit of cinnamon or star anise powder on top.

Tips

• Store any leftover collagen powder in a cool, dry place to maintain its potency.
• This chai tea latte can be prepped in advance for busy mornings—just make the base and store it in the fridge, then add milk and collagen when you’re ready to serve.
• Want an even creamier texture? Froth your plant milk before adding it to the tea.

FAQ

Can I use different spices for this chai tea recipe?
Totally! Tweak this recipe to your heart’s content. If you’re missing star anise or cloves, just increase the cinnamon or cardamom for that slightly exotic taste.

How does this tea help with skin health?
Collagen is essential for maintaining skin’s firmness, elasticity, and overall youthful appearance. But it’s not just the collagen doing the work! Black tea delivers antioxidants to fight free radicals, turmeric and ginger reduce inflammation (hello, clearer skin!), and plant milk offers key nutrients like vitamin E and healthy fats, which support a healthy glow and skin elasticity. Together, these ingredients create the ultimate skin-loving tea.

Can I use chai tea bags instead of making my own spice blend?
Absolutely. Just swap out the spices for 2–3 chai tea bags, but keep the ginger and turmeric slices for that extra kick!

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Collagen Chai Tea for Glowing Skin with Turmeric and Ginger

A warm and comforting Collagen Chai Tea infused with turmeric, ginger, and a mix of spices, perfect for supporting healthy skin, hair, and nails. Brewed with black tea, sweetened with maple syrup, and enriched with collagen powder for added skin elasticity and glow. Finish it off with creamy plant milk for a velvety texture.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American, Indian

Servings 2 people

Calories 174 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 4 cardamom pods
• 2 cloves whole
• 2 star anise
• 6 peppercorns
• 1 cup water
• 3 slices ginger
• 1 slice turmeric
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 black tea bag
• 1 cup plant milk of your choice
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 scoops collagen powder

Instructions

 

• Place the cardamom pods, cloves, star anise, and peppercorns into a pestle and mortar and crush them a little.
• In a small pot bring the cup of water to a boil with the turmeric, ginger, and crushed spices. Once it is boiling turn the heat off and then add the tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes. Stir in the maple syrup.
• Remove the tea bags, turmeric, ginger, and any large spices. Add the collagen into the pot and stir it all together. Pour the tea through a strainer and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 71mgPotassium: 224mgFiber: 3gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 256IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 252mgIron: 2mg

Keyword Chai, drink, healthy, tea

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