Description
Spiced Chai Milk is a creamy, aromatic beverage that envelops you in warmth with every sip. This delightful drink combines rich black tea with traditional chai spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings, Spiced Chai Milk can be enjoyed hot or iced, making it versatile and easy to prepare. Elevate your experience with this comforting recipe that transports you to a tranquil tea house with each delicious taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons loose-leaf black tea (Assam or Darjeeling)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 cardamom pods, crushed
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey (to taste)
- 1 cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
Instructions
- Brew the tea: Boil 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Remove from heat and add black tea leaves, crushed cardamom pods, and sliced ginger. Steep for 5 minutes.
- Spice it up: Stir in ground cinnamon and sweetener until dissolved. Optional: add a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.
- Strain the mixture: Use a fine mesh strainer to remove solids from the brewed tea.
- Add creaminess: Return the strained chai to low heat and slowly mix in milk while stirring gently until warmed (do not boil).
- Taste test: Adjust sweetness as needed before serving.
- Serve: Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy hot or iced, garnishing with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 134
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 13mg