Honey Vanilla White Tea Chai
Indulge in the soothing warmth of Honey Vanilla White Tea Chai, a luxurious blend that infuses delicate white tea leaves with the aromatic richness of cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and star anise. Sweetened with golden honey and enhanced by a splash of pure vanilla extract, this chai offers a subtly spiced, naturally sweet flavor profile perfect for cozy mornings or relaxing evenings. Customize your cup with a hint of creamy milk for an added layer of comfort. Ready in just 15 minutes, this rejuvenating brew combines the elegance of white tea with the boldness of traditional chai spices, creating a healthful, caffeine-light alternative to classic chai lattes. Perfect for tea lovers seeking a balance of delicate flavors and warming spice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons white tea leaves
- 2 cups water
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 3 pods green cardamom pods
- 3 pieces whole cloves
- 1 inch piece, thinly sliced fresh ginger
- 1 piece star anise
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 cups milk (optional, for creaminess)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a gentle boil.
Add the cinnamon stick, green cardamom pods, whole cloves, thinly sliced ginger, and star anise to the water.
Lower the heat to a simmer and let the spices steep for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
Turn off the heat and add the white tea leaves to the saucepan. Cover and let the tea steep for 2-3 minutes.
Strain the spiced tea into a teapot or directly into serving mugs to remove the loose spices and tea leaves.
Stir in the vanilla extract and honey until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste if desired.
If using milk, heat it separately and froth it if preferred, then pour it into the prepared tea for added creaminess.
Serve the Honey Vanilla White Tea Chai hot and enjoy its warm, comforting flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 69 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 347 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.
