Indian Chai Tea Or Smoothie Recipe

Skip the overpriced coffee shop! This recipe shows you how to make authentic Indian chai tea – sweet, spicy, and incredibly easy. Plus, learn how to transform your chai into a refreshing smoothie in minutes! Perfect for a cozy morning or a cool afternoon treat.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 112.3 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Indian Chai Tea Or Smoothie

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How to Make Indian Chai Tea Or Smoothie

  1. Heat 2 cups of water in a small saucepan over high heat.
  2. Add 2 black tea bags (or 1 tablespoon loose leaf black tea).
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Remove tea bags.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy), 2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste), 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, a pinch of ground cardamom, and a pinch of ground cloves.
  6. Increase heat to medium and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
  7. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds to create a frothy milk layer.
  8. Pour into mugs and enjoy!
  9. **Smoothie Variation:** Refrigerate the prepared chai tea until completely chilled (at least 2 hours).
  10. Pour chilled chai tea into a blender.
  11. Add 1 cup crushed ice.
  12. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

14g

Carbs

4g