Dairy-Free Masala Tea
Warm up to the soothing aromas of Dairy-Free Masala Tea, a spiced Indian-inspired beverage that's both vegan and irresistibly comforting. This recipe swaps traditional dairy for creamy almond milk, making it the perfect choice for plant-based diets or those with lactose intolerance. Infused with a fragrant blend of black tea, warm cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and anise, this tea delivers a bold yet balanced flavor profile that awakens the senses. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal beverage for chilly mornings or leisurely afternoons. Sweetened to taste and brimming with antioxidants, this masala chai recipe is a healthy and indulgent treat that pairs beautifully with light snacks or desserts. Let the symphony of spices take you on a delightful journey without compromising your dietary preferences!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves
- 1 small Cinnamon stick
- 4 pods Cardamom pods
- 3 units Cloves
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 5 units Black peppercorns
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 unit Star anise
- 2 tablespoons Sugar or sweetener of choice
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or preferred plant-based milk)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, add 2 cups of water and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Add the black tea leaves, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods (lightly crushed), cloves, ginger (sliced or crushed), black peppercorns, bay leaf, and star anise to the boiling water.
Reduce the heat to low and let the spices simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse into the water.
Add sugar or sweetener of your choice and stir until dissolved.
Pour in the unsweetened almond milk and increase the heat slightly to bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer.
Allow the tea to simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Strain the tea into cups, removing the tea leaves and spices.
Serve hot and enjoy your aromatic dairy-free masala tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.4 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 204 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 583 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 386 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.
