Chocolate Spice Tea
Cozy up with a steaming cup of decadent Chocolate Spice Tea, a delightful blend of rich cocoa, bold black tea, and warming spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. This comforting beverage is infused with freshly grated ginger and finished with a splash of vanilla for a touch of sweetness and depth. Perfect for chilly evenings or a luxurious afternoon treat, this quick 15-minute recipe combines the robust flavors of a spiced chai with the indulgent essence of hot chocolate. Whether garnished with chocolate shavings or enjoyed as-is, this creamy, aromatic tea is guaranteed to elevate your tea-time experience. Optimize your comforting moments with this flavor-packed fusion of spices and chocolate, ideal for sharing or savoring solo!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons black tea leaves (or 2 tea bags)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste)
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 2 pieces cardamom pods
- 2 pieces cloves
- 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Add the black tea leaves, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and grated ginger to the boiling water. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 3 minutes to allow the spices to release their flavors.
Whisk in the cocoa powder until fully dissolved.
Add the milk and sugar to the saucepan, stirring well. Increase the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Strain the tea into cups to remove the tea leaves and whole spices, using a fine mesh strainer.
Optional: Garnish each cup with a sprinkle of chocolate shavings or a pinch of cinnamon for added flair.
Serve hot and enjoy your warm, spiced chocolate tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.3 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 125 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 574 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.
