Quick Chocolate Chai
Elevate your tea time with this luscious Quick Chocolate Chai—a warming fusion of traditional spiced chai and indulgent cocoa. This recipe blends the aromatic spices of cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger with rich unsweetened cocoa powder, creating a velvety, chocolate-infused twist on classic chai. In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a cozy, aromatic beverage bursting with layers of flavor, perfect for cold mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up. Customize it with your choice of dairy or plant-based milk, and finish with a hint of grated dark chocolate for an elegant touch. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, this chocolate chai is sure to become your go-to comfort drink!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups water
- 2 pieces black tea bags
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cardamom
- 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1.5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar or sweetener
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 ounces dark chocolate (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the black tea bags, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, and ground ginger to the water. Let it steep for 4-5 minutes.
Step 3
Remove the tea bags from the saucepan, squeezing gently to release any remaining flavor.
Step 4
Stir in the milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and sugar or sweetener. Whisk well to dissolve the cocoa powder and sugar.
Step 5
Continue heating the mixture until it is warm but not boiling, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in the vanilla extract and remove the saucepan from the heat.
Step 7
Pour the chocolate chai into mugs. If desired, grate a bit of dark chocolate on top as garnish.
Step 8
Serve warm and enjoy your quick chocolate chai!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 648.1 grams (648.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 285 |
| Total Fat 8.70g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat 5.10g | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium 119mg | 5% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.90g | 17% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.20g | 15% |
| Total Sugars 40.50g | |
| Protein 10.10g | 20% |
| Vitamin D 100IU | 500% |
| Calcium 353mg | 27% |
| Iron 2mg | 12% |
| Potassium 540mg | 11% |
Source of Calories