Dairy-Free Masala Chai

Cozy up with a steaming cup of Dairy-Free Masala Chai, a rich and aromatic twist on the classic Indian spiced tea that’s perfect for those seeking a plant-based alternative. This vegan-friendly recipe combines bold black tea leaves with a medley of warm, freshly simmered spices—cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, black peppercorns, and star anise—for a deeply flavorful infusion. Unsweetened almond milk adds a creamy finish without dairy, while a touch of maple syrup or agave nectar provides natural sweetness. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, this soothing beverage is both quick to prepare and brimming with authentic, spiced goodness. Perfect for chilly mornings or relaxed evenings, this dairy-free masala chai is your go-to comfort drink with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Water
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Black tea leaves
• 1 inch Fresh ginger root
• 1 whole Cinnamon stick
• 4 pieces Whole cloves
• 4 pieces Cardamom pods
• 4 pieces Black peppercorns
• 1 piece Star anise
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup or agave nectar

Directions

Step 1

Begin by bringing 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

While the water is heating, peel and thinly slice a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger root.

Step 3

Add the fresh ginger slices, 1 cinnamon stick, 4 whole cloves, 4 cardamom pods, 4 black peppercorns, and 1 star anise to the boiling water.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the spices simmer for about 10 minutes to release their flavors, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Once the spices have infused the water, add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves to the saucepan. Let the tea steep for about 5 minutes.

Step 6

While the tea is steeping, in a separate saucepan, gently heat 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk over low heat until warm. Do not boil.

Step 7

Strain the spiced tea mixture through a fine sieve to remove the spices and tea leaves, then return the liquid to the saucepan.

Step 8

Stir in the warmed almond milk and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup or agave nectar to sweeten.

Step 9

Heat the chai on low until it's warm, making sure not to let it boil.

Step 10

Pour the dairy-free masala chai into serving cups and enjoy it hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(792.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	187.0

Total Fat 4.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 169.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 2.8g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 549.8mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 334.3mg	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: 19.1%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 75.3%