Chocolate Chai

Indulge in the comforting warmth of Chocolate Chai, a decadent twist on the classic spiced tea that combines the velvety richness of cocoa with the aromatic allure of chai spices. This easy-to-make recipe infuses black tea with a fragrant blend of cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, simmered with creamy milk and a hint of vanilla for added depth. A touch of dark chocolate takes this spiced beverage to the next level, offering a luxurious, chocolatey finish that pairs perfectly with the warming spices. Ready in just 15 minutes, this soul-soothing drink is perfect for chilly mornings or cozy evenings. Serve it steaming hot with a dusting of cocoa powder or a cinnamon stick for an elevated presentation that will delight your senses.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Water
• 1.5 tablespoons Loose black tea leaves (or 2 tea bags)
• 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 stick Cinnamon stick
• 4 pods Cardamom pods, slightly crushed
• 3 pieces Whole cloves
• 3 pieces Black peppercorns
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate, chopped (optional, for extra richness)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, grated fresh ginger, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and black peppercorns. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

Step 2

Lower the heat and let the spices simmer for 3-4 minutes to release their flavors.

Step 3

Add the loose black tea leaves (or tea bags) to the saucepan and simmer for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in 2 cups of milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and sugar. Bring this mixture to a simmer, ensuring the cocoa powder dissolves completely.

Step 5

Add the chopped dark chocolate (if using) and gently whisk until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Simmer for 2-3 more minutes, allowing the flavors to blend fully.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 8

Strain the chai through a fine mesh sieve into serving mugs to remove the spices and tea leaves.

Step 9

Serve hot, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or a cinnamon stick.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(780.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	429.9

Total Fat 13.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 43.9mg	0%
Sodium 202.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g	0%
Total Sugars 53.1g
Protein 18.0g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 672.3mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 934.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.0%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 55.6%