Lauren's Masala Chai Concentrate
Transform your tea ritual with Lauren's Masala Chai Concentrate, a perfectly spiced, homemade blend that’s rich in warming flavors and easy to customize. This aromatic base combines freshly simmered spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and star anise with robust black tea and a hint of vanilla for a velvety finish. Sweetened to your taste and versatile enough to enjoy hot or iced, this chai concentrate comes together in just 25 minutes and can be refrigerated for up to a week for convenient indulgence. Whether you’re crafting a cozy latte or a refreshing iced chai, this DIY recipe offers an authentic and budget-friendly way to savor café-quality chai at home. Perfect for lovers of spiced beverages, the recipe is a must-try for those seeking both flavor and flexibility in their tea experience.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 1 inch Fresh ginger
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 6 pieces Green cardamom pods
- 5 pieces Cloves
- 5 pieces Black peppercorns
- 1 piece Star anise
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar (or sweetener of choice)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and slice the ginger into thin coins to release its flavor.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, bring the 4 cups of water to a boil.
Step 3
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and add the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods (lightly crushed), cloves, black peppercorns, and star anise.
Step 4
Allow the spices to simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
Add the sliced ginger and ground nutmeg to the saucepan. Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low, then add the black tea bags. Steep for 4-5 minutes, or longer for a stronger flavor.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sugar until dissolved. Adjust the sweetness to your preference.
Step 8
Strain the concentrate through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the spices and tea bags. Let it cool to room temperature.
Step 9
Transfer the concentrate to a clean, airtight jar or bottle and refrigerate. It can be stored for up to 7 days.
Step 10
To serve, mix equal parts chai concentrate and milk (or a dairy-free alternative). Heat gently in a saucepan or microwave, or pour over ice for an iced chai latte.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1043.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 235.3 |
| Total Fat 2.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 61.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.8g | |
| Protein 2.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 204.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 283.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories