Chocolate Chai Recipe

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Chocolate chai combines spicy cinnamon with chocolate for great warm drink that's perfect for cold winter nights when you need comforting, warming beverages. This fusion creation demonstrates how traditional chai spices can be enhanced with chocolate for unique flavor combinations that appeal to diverse tastes. The spicy cinnamon provides traditional chai warmth while chocolate adds richness and indulgent quality that makes this drink special. This winter drink appeal makes it ideal for seasonal enjoyment when warming beverages become essential for comfort and coziness. The cold night suitability shows how certain beverages can provide both physical and emotional comfort through aromatic spices and warming chocolate.

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Spicy cinnamon and chocolate chai tea is a great warm drink for those cold winter nights!

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup water

  • 1 black tea bag

  • 3 tablespoons white sugar

  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-process

  • 2 cups milk

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • sweetened whipped cream

  • 2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks

Directions

  1. Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add tea bag, cover, and remove from the heat. Let stand for 3 to 5 minutes.

  2. Remove tea bag and stir in sugar and cocoa. Return to the stove over medium heat and bring just to a boil. Mix in milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Heat through but do not boil. Pour into mugs, then top with whipped cream and garnish with cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

232 Calories
6g Fat
38g Carbs
9g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 232
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g8%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 21mg7%
Sodium 104mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 38g14%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 9g19%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 342mg26%
Iron 1mg7%
Potassium 489mg10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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