Chocolate Chai

Ingredients

• 1 cup Water (for simmering the base)
• 1 cup Whole Milk (full‑fat recommended for richness)
• 1 Cinnamon Stick (whole, about 2 inches long)
• 3 Green Cardamom Pods (lightly crushed)
• 1 Star Anise (whole)
• 3 Cloves (whole)
• 4 Black Tea Bags (strong Assam or English Breakfast)
• 30 g Dark Chocolate (70% cacao) (chopped into small pieces)
• 2 Tbsp White Granulated Sugar (adjust to taste)
• 4 Tbsp Whipped Cream (for topping, divided between servings)
• 1 Tbsp Chocolate Shavings (for garnish, from the same dark chocolate)

Instructions

1. Crush Whole Spices

   Using the back of a spoon or a mortar, lightly crush the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, star anise, and cloves to release their aromas.

   Time: PT2M

2. Combine Base

   Add 1 cup water and 1 cup whole milk to the saucepan, then stir in the crushed spices.

   Time: PT1M

3. Simmer and Infuse

   Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   Time: PT7M

   Temperature: 90°C

4. Add Tea

   Drop the 4 black tea bags into the simmering chai, cover, and steep for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 90°C

5. Strain Tea and Spices

   Remove the tea bags and pour the chai through a fine mesh strainer into a clean pot, discarding the spices.

   Time: PT2M

6. Incorporate Chocolate and Sweetener

   Return the pot to low heat, add the chopped dark chocolate and 2 Tbsp white sugar, and whisk until fully melted and the mixture is smooth.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: 70°C

7. Serve with Toppings

   Pour the chocolate chai into mugs or glasses, top each with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings. Serve while warm.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 60°C

Nutrition Facts

Calories

400

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

3 g