Recipe: Chocolate Chai
Description: Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of chocolate chai with this delightful recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a solo treat, this beverage combines the warmth of traditional chai with the decadence of chocolate, creating a drink that’s both soothing and indulgent.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
- Calories: 162.3 per serving
- Dietary Information: Kosher, < 15 Mins, Stove Top
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Black tea bags |
| 1 | Boiling water |
| 1/3 | Cup sugar |
| 1/4 | Cup cocoa powder |
| 4 | Cups milk |
| 2 | Teaspoons vanilla extract |
| 1 | Teaspoon ground cinnamon |
| 1 | Teaspoon nutmeg |
| Whipped cream, for garnish | |
| Peppermint sticks, for garnish (as stirrers) |
Instructions:
-
In a saucepan, pour boiling water over the black tea bags.
-
Cover the saucepan and let it stand for 5 minutes, allowing the tea to steep. Once done, discard the tea bags.
-
Stir in the sugar and cocoa powder into the tea mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
-
Once boiling, stir in the milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Continue to heat the mixture until it is thoroughly warmed through, being careful not to boil it.
-
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully pour the chocolate chai into 6 warm mugs.
-
Garnish each mug with a dollop of whipped cream for added richness and a festive touch.
-
For an extra special touch, add a peppermint stick to each mug as a stirrer, infusing the drink with a hint of minty freshness.
-
Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting embrace of this delicious chocolate chai!
Indulge in the luxurious blend of chocolate and chai spices, balanced perfectly with creamy milk and a touch of sweetness. This chocolate chai recipe is sure to become a favorite for cozy nights in or festive gatherings with loved ones. So brew up a batch today and treat yourself to a little taste of indulgence!
