Dairy-Free Indian Milk Tea (Chai)

Discover the comforting warmth of Dairy-Free Indian Milk Tea (Chai), a plant-based twist on the beloved classic. This spiced beverage combines robust black tea leaves with a symphony of aromatic spices, including cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and star anise, for a naturally flavorful experience. Instead of traditional dairy, creamy almond or coconut milk is used, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions or seeking a dairy-free option. Sweetened with your choice of sugar or agave syrup, this chai is simmered to perfection, creating a rich, velvety brew that's both invigorating and soothing. Ideal for cozy mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up, this recipe delivers authentic Indian chai flavors with a deliciously modern twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1.5 cups almond milk or coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons black tea leaves
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger
• 1 stick cinnamon stick
• 4 pods green cardamom pods
• 3 whole cloves
• 4 whole black peppercorns
• 1 whole star anise
• 2 tablespoons sugar or agave syrup

Directions

Step 1

Begin by crushing the green cardamom pods, cloves, and black peppercorns gently using a mortar and pestle. This will help release the oils and enhance the flavors.

Step 2

Slice the fresh ginger into thin slices for optimal infusion.

Step 3

In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Once boiling, add the black tea leaves, sliced ginger, crushed spices (cardamom, cloves, black pepper), cinnamon stick, and star anise. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, letting the flavors blend.

Step 5

After 5 minutes, pour in the almond milk or coconut milk into the pot. Stir to combine and bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to ensure the milk is infused with the spices.

Step 7

Add sugar or agave syrup according to your taste preference, and stir until dissolved.

Step 8

Once the tea is nicely simmered and aromatic, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for a minute.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve the dairy-free chai hot, and enjoy its rich and spicy flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(900.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	208.3

Total Fat 5.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 289.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 3.3g	0%

Vitamin D 150.0IU	0%
Calcium 816.8mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 274.3mg	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: 22.5%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 71.7%