Seven Spice Chai
Embrace the warm, aromatic allure of Seven Spice Chai—a blissful blend of black tea and a symphony of freshly crushed spices. This spiced tea recipe combines the bold flavors of cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, black peppercorns, fennel seeds, and star anise, perfectly balanced with a hint of fresh ginger and nutmeg. Simmered with creamy milk and a touch of sweetness, this chai delivers an authentic, rich, and comforting experience that’s perfect for cozy afternoons or chilly evenings. Ready in just 20 minutes, this homemade masala chai not only warms your soul but also fills your kitchen with its intoxicating fragrance. Serve your Seven Spice Chai hot, paired with cookies or any of your favorite snacks, for the ultimate indulgence in every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves
- 1 cup Whole milk (or plant-based milk)
- 2 tablespoons Sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 4 Green cardamom pods
- 3 Cloves
- 4 Black peppercorns
- 1 inch Fresh ginger (sliced)
- 1 Star anise
- 1 teaspoon Fennel seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil over medium heat.
While the water is heating, lightly crush the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, black peppercorns, and fennel seeds using a mortar and pestle to release their aroma.
Once the water begins to boil, add the crushed spices, sliced ginger, star anise, and ground nutmeg. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Add the black tea leaves to the saucepan and let them steep in the spiced water for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in 1 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of sugar (or adjust to taste). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, ensuring it doesn’t boil over.
Simmer the chai for an additional 3-4 minutes while stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.
Strain the chai through a fine mesh sieve into mugs to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Serve hot and enjoy your aromatic Seven Spice Chai with cookies or your favorite snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.0 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 139 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 501 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 730 mg | 16% | |
*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.
