Chocolate Hazelnut Iced Chai
Indulge in the ultimate fusion of creamy, spiced tea and nutty chocolate decadence with this irresistible Chocolate Hazelnut Iced Chai. This refreshing drink combines the robust flavors of chai spices—cinnamon and ginger—with the richness of unsweetened cocoa powder and the sweet, nutty allure of hazelnut syrup. Perfectly chilled over ice and finished with creamy milk, this delightful beverage is a sophisticated upgrade to your traditional iced chai tea latte. Garnish with fluffy whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an elegant, café-style touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is a luxurious yet easy treat to satisfy your cravings. Whether it’s a warm afternoon pick-me-up or a sweet indulgence to share, this iced chai delivers a heavenly blend of spice, chocolate, and hazelnut in every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 2 pieces Chai tea bags
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Hazelnut syrup
- 1.5 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- as desired Whipped cream (optional for garnish)
- as desired Chocolate shavings (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chai tea bags, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Let steep for 5 minutes.
Discard the tea bags and return the saucepan to low heat. Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder, hazelnut syrup, and granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
Slowly pour in 1 cup of milk and heat the mixture until warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally. Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool for 10 minutes.
Fill two large glasses with 1 cup of ice cubes each.
Divide the cooled chai mixture evenly between the two glasses, pouring over the ice.
Gently stir each glass to combine and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.
Serve immediately with a straw or spoon to enjoy the creamy and rich flavors of the iced chai.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 133 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 367 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 557 mg | 12% | |
*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.
