Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Masala Chai
Indulge in the bold and warming flavors of Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Masala Chai, a delightful twist on the classic beverage that’s perfect for plant-based lifestyles. This aromatic tea is brimming with earthy black tea leaves, freshly crushed spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and peppercorns, plus a zesty touch of grated ginger for added depth. A splash of creamy unsweetened almond, oat, or soy milk replaces traditional dairy, blending seamlessly with your favorite natural sweetener to create a perfectly balanced sip. With just 15 minutes from prep to serving, this dairy-free masala chai is a soothing treat to enjoy on cozy mornings or as a comforting afternoon pick-me-up.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves (or tea bags)
- 1 small piece Cinnamon stick
- 3 pods Green cardamom pods
- 3 pieces Cloves
- 1 inch piece, grated Fresh ginger
- 4 pieces Black peppercorns
- 1 cup Unsweetened plant-based milk (such as almond, oat, or soy milk)
- 2 teaspoons Sweetener of choice (such as coconut sugar, maple syrup, or agave syrup)
Instructions
1. In a small saucepan, add 2 cups of water and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.
2. While the water is heating, lightly crush the cardamom pods, cloves, and black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon to release their essential oils.
3. Once the water starts to boil, add the crushed spices, grated ginger, and the cinnamon stick. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse into the water.
4. Add the black tea leaves (or tea bags) to the saucepan and let it steep for another 2 minutes.
5. Pour in the unsweetened plant-based milk and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add your sweetener of choice and stir until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to your preference.
7. Strain the chai through a fine mesh sieve into cups or mugs to remove the tea leaves and spices.
8. Serve hot and enjoy your dairy-free traditional Indian masala chai!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
99 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.5 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 184 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 312 mg | 7% | |
*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.
