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Vanilla Honey Chai Tea Recipe

Warm your soul with this aromatic Vanilla Honey Chai Tea recipe! A simple yet supremely satisfying adaptation of Dr. Anisha Abraham's Washington Post recipe, this chai infuses your home with an intoxicating blend of vanilla and spice. Perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy afternoon treat, this steamy cup of bliss is ready in minutes. Get the recipe now and experience the magic!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 54.4 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Vanilla Honey Chai Tea

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Ingredients for Vanilla Honey Chai Tea

  • 2 cups water
  • 4-5 whole cardamom pods
  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 4-5 whole cloves
  • 2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose-leaf black tea)
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (or 1/2 vanilla bean, split and scraped)
  • 2-3 tablespoons honey (or to taste)
  • Pinch salt (optional)

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How to Make Vanilla Honey Chai Tea

  1. Combine water, milk, chai tea blend, vanilla bean paste, honey, and cardamom pods in a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  4. Remove from heat and let the chai steep for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Strain the chai through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, comforting embrace of your homemade Vanilla Honey Chai Tea!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

8g

Carbs

1g

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