Charishma's Vanilla Chai
Immerse yourself in the comforting warmth of *Charishma's Vanilla Chai*, a delightful twist on the classic spiced tea. This homemade chai recipe brings together robust loose black tea, creamy whole milk, and a medley of aromatic spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and a hint of ground ginger. A splash of pure vanilla extract adds a luscious, fragrant dimension that sets this recipe apart, while a touch of granulated sugar balances the bold, spicy notes perfectly. Ready in just 15 minutes, this soothing beverage is expertly simmered to infuse deep, complex flavors, then strained for a silky-smooth finish. Whether you're starting your morning or indulging in a cozy afternoon treat, this velvety vanilla chai is best served hot, with an optional garnish of cinnamon for extra flair. Perfect for tea lovers searching for a rich, flavorful, and easy-to-make spiced tea recipe!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Water
- 2 teaspoons Loose black tea
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 whole Cinnamon stick
- 4 whole Cardamom pods
- 3 whole Cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 5 whole Black peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods (lightly crushed to release flavor), cloves, ground ginger, and black peppercorns.
Step 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat and let it simmer for 2 minutes to extract the spices' flavors.
Step 3
Add the loose black tea to the saucepan and simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Step 4
Pour in the milk and gently heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.
Step 5
Stir in the vanilla extract and granulated sugar, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely. Adjust sweetness to taste if needed.
Step 6
Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Strain the chai through a fine mesh strainer into cups or a teapot to remove the spices and tea leaves.
Step 8
Serve hot, optionally garnished with a small cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for extra warmth.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (773.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 440.2 |
| Total Fat 16.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 58.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 211.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 49.2g | |
| Protein 16.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 214.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 694.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 848.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories