Diabetic Chai Tea Recipe

Warm up with this delicious and diabetic-friendly chai tea recipe! Adapted from a family favorite, this spiced tea is perfectly balanced for sweetness and flavor without the sugar rush. Enjoy a comforting and guilt-free treat any time of day.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 50.7 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Diabetic Chai Tea

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How to Make Diabetic Chai Tea

  1. Boil 2 cups of water in a small saucepan.
  2. Add 2 black tea bags (or 2 teaspoons loose leaf black tea).
  3. Reduce heat to a simmer and let steep for 3-5 minutes for desired strength.
  4. Remove tea bags. Add 1 cinnamon stick, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom, and a pinch of ground cloves.
  5. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, to infuse the spices.
  6. Stir in ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or your preferred milk alternative) and 2 packets Splenda (or to taste). Heat gently to almost boiling, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
  7. Strain the chai tea into mugs and enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Diabetic Chai Tea?

Diabetic Chai Tea takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2 minutes to prepare and 13 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Diabetic Chai Tea?

Diabetic Chai Tea has approximately 50.7 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Diabetic Chai Tea?

The key ingredients for Diabetic Chai Tea are Water, Black Tea, Nonfat Milk, Splenda Sugar Substitute, Ground Ginger, Ground Nutmeg. See the full list with measurements above.

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