Vegan Indian Milk Tea (Chai)

Warm your soul with a steaming cup of Vegan Indian Milk Tea (Chai), a plant-based twist on the beloved classic. This aromatic beverage is infused with a medley of bold spices, including cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, black peppercorns, and fresh ginger, creating an indulgent and fragrant experience. Black tea blends seamlessly with creamy unsweetened almond milk, while a touch of maple syrup or agave nectar adds natural sweetness and a whisper of vanilla rounds out every sip. Perfectly soothing and caffeine-rich, this vegan chai is ready in just 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with your favorite plant-based snacks. Whether you’re embracing cozy mornings or hosting a tea ritual, this vegan chai recipe will transport you straight to the vibrant, spice-filled streets of India with every sip.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons or bags black tea leaves or tea bags
• 1 piece cinnamon stick
• 4 pods cardamom pods
• 3 whole cloves
• 3 corns black peppercorns
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Pour the water into a medium saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 2

While the water is heating, lightly crush the cardamom pods and black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon.

Step 3

Add the crushed cardamom, peppercorns, whole cloves, and cinnamon stick to the boiling water.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the ginger, then add it to the saucepan.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the spices simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing their flavors to infuse the water.

Step 6

Add the black tea leaves or tea bags to the saucepan and let them steep with the spices for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the almond milk and increase the heat slightly to let it heat through without boiling over, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

After the milk is heated, add maple syrup or agave nectar, adjusting the sweetness to your preference.

Step 9

Stir in the vanilla extract, then remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your vegan Indian milk tea with some vegan-friendly biscuits or snacks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(794.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	191.4

Total Fat 4.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 187.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 24.8g
Protein 2.6g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 560.1mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 372.4mg	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: 18.3%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 76.5%