Iced Chai
Cool down with this irresistible Iced Chai, a delightful blend of bold black tea and aromatic spices like cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and cloves. Sweetened with a hint of sugar and infused with a dash of vanilla, this spiced tea is balanced perfectly with creamy milk and served over ice for the ultimate summer refreshment. Crafted in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make chai recipe is packed with warm, exotic flavors and can be customized to your sweetness preference. Perfect for tea lovers craving a cold brew with a spiced twist, this chilled beverage is a refreshing alternative to your regular iced drinks. Serve it with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for an extra dash of flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 pieces cardamom pods
- 3 pieces whole cloves
- 4 pieces black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 cups milk
- 10 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a gentle boil.
Add the black tea bags, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, cardamom pods, whole cloves, and black peppercorns to the boiling water.
Reduce the heat to low and let the tea and spices simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Discard the tea bags and, if preferred, strain out the spices for a smoother texture.
Stir in the vanilla extract and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Adjust sweetness according to taste.
Add the milk to the spiced tea and mix well.
Allow the chai mixture to come to room temperature before refrigerating until chilled, about 30 minutes.
Fill two glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the chilled chai over the ice and stir gently.
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a cinnamon stick, and enjoy your refreshing iced chai.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 208 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.7 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.7 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 683 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 834 mg | 18% | |
*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.
