My Dads Chai Tea Recipe

Relive cherished childhood memories with this heartwarming recipe for My Dad's Chai Tea! This comforting blend of warming spices and creamy milk is perfectly sweet, but easily customizable to your taste. Enjoy the delightful grit of the spices for a richer flavor as it steeps, or strain it for a smoother cup. A perfect cozy beverage for chilly evenings or any time you need a taste of home.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 193.3 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for My Dads Chai Tea

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How to Make My Dads Chai Tea

  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a saucepan.
  2. Add 4 tea bags (black tea preferred), 1 inch piece of fresh ginger (peeled and thinly sliced), 2 cinnamon sticks, 4 cardamom pods (lightly crushed), 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg to the boiling water.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse the tea.
  4. Stir in 2 cups of milk (dairy or non-dairy) and 1/4 cup honey or sugar (or to taste).
  5. Heat through gently for another 2-3 minutes. Do not boil.
  6. Remove from heat. For a smoother tea, strain through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

119g

Fat

14g

Carbs

12g

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