Masala Chai

Warm your soul with the rich, aromatic flavors of homemade Masala Chai, a timeless Indian spiced tea blend that’s as comforting as it is invigorating. This easy-to-make recipe combines black tea with a medley of warming spices—including cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and star anise—for a perfectly balanced cup with a touch of heat. Simmered with creamy whole milk and sweetened to taste, this chai is a true sensory delight, offering notes of spice, sweetness, and bold tea flavor in every sip. Ready in just 20 minutes, this spiced tea is not only the perfect pick-me-up but also ideal for cozy mornings, afternoon breaks, or as a soothing digestive after meals. Explore the essence of chai culture in your kitchen and savor this aromatic beverage hot, paired with your favorite biscuits or pastries.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Water
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Black tea leaves or tea bags
• 1 inch piece Fresh ginger, grated
• 4 pods Cardamom pods
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 3 Cloves
• 6 Black peppercorns
• 1 Star anise
• 2 tablespoons Sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a saucepan, add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil over medium heat.

Step 2

While the water is heating, bruise the cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, and black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon.

Step 3

Once the water reaches a boil, add the grated ginger, bruised spices, and star anise to the saucepan. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 4

Add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves or tea bags to the saucepan, and let it simmer for another 3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in 1 cup of whole milk and 2 tablespoons of sugar, then bring the mixture back to a boil.

Step 6

Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes. Adjust the sugar to taste.

Step 7

Strain the masala chai into cups using a fine mesh sieve, discarding the solids.

Step 8

Serve the masala chai hot and enjoy the aromatic, spiced flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	788.7 grams (788.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	336

Total Fat 10.30g	13%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 29mg	10%
Sodium 133mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 56.20g	20%
Dietary Fiber 8.30g	30%
Total Sugars 37.10g
Protein 11.00g	22%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 500mg	38%
Iron 5mg	25%
Potassium 771mg	16%

*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: 25.6%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 62.2%