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Hot Chai Tea With Almonds On The Side Recipe

Warm up with this aromatic and delicious Hot Chai Tea recipe! Perfect for a cozy evening or an invigorating morning pick-me-up, this recipe features perfectly spiced chai tea served alongside crunchy, toasted almonds. A comforting and slightly sweet beverage, ideal for those watching their sugar intake. (Originally from Diabetes Control for Life website)

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 98.9 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Hot Chai Tea With Almonds On The Side

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How to Make Hot Chai Tea With Almonds On The Side

  1. Heat 4 fluid ounces (120ml) of water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until boiling.
  2. Add 1 tea bag of black tea (or 1 teaspoon loose leaf black tea) to the boiling water.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Remove the tea bag (or strain loose leaf tea).
  5. Stir in 2 tablespoons of milk (dairy or non-dairy), 1 teaspoon of honey (or to taste), 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, a pinch of cardamom, and a pinch of cloves.
  6. Heat gently until the mixture is warmed through, do not boil.
  7. Whisk vigorously with a wire whisk to create a frothy milk layer.
  8. Pour into a mug and serve immediately.
  9. Toast 1/4 cup of slivered almonds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Serve alongside the chai tea.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

1g

Carbs

5g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation For 1 Or 2 Beverages Diabetic Dietary Number Of Servings