Chocolate Chai
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Chocolate Chai, a decadent twist on the classic spiced tea that combines the velvety richness of cocoa with the aromatic allure of chai spices. This easy-to-make recipe infuses black tea with a fragrant blend of cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, simmered with creamy milk and a hint of vanilla for added depth. A touch of dark chocolate takes this spiced beverage to the next level, offering a luxurious, chocolatey finish that pairs perfectly with the warming spices. Ready in just 15 minutes, this soul-soothing drink is perfect for chilly mornings or cozy evenings. Serve it steaming hot with a dusting of cocoa powder or a cinnamon stick for an elevated presentation that will delight your senses.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Water
- 1.5 tablespoons Loose black tea leaves (or 2 tea bags)
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 4 pods Cardamom pods, slightly crushed
- 3 pieces Whole cloves
- 3 pieces Black peppercorns
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate, chopped (optional, for extra richness)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, grated fresh ginger, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and black peppercorns. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Lower the heat and let the spices simmer for 3-4 minutes to release their flavors.
Add the loose black tea leaves (or tea bags) to the saucepan and simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
Stir in 2 cups of milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and sugar. Bring this mixture to a simmer, ensuring the cocoa powder dissolves completely.
Add the chopped dark chocolate (if using) and gently whisk until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Simmer for 2-3 more minutes, allowing the flavors to blend fully.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Strain the chai through a fine mesh sieve into serving mugs to remove the spices and tea leaves.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or a cinnamon stick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.8 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 111 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 389 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
