Best 7 Spicy Chai Tea Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors that is spicy chai tea, a captivating beverage that tantalizes the taste buds and warms the soul. Originating from the vibrant streets of India, this aromatic infusion of black tea, spices, and milk has captivated tea enthusiasts worldwide. Our curated collection of spicy chai tea recipes offers a diverse exploration of this beloved drink, ranging from traditional Indian preparations to unique variations that incorporate a medley of flavors.

Journey through a delectable array of recipes, each meticulously crafted to deliver a distinct chai experience. Discover the classic Indian chai, a harmonious blend of aromatic black tea, cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, complemented by the richness of milk and a hint of sweetness. For those seeking a caffeine-free alternative, our herbal chai offers a symphony of flavors derived from aromatic herbs, spices, and a touch of honey.

For a taste of culinary innovation, embark on a flavor adventure with our pumpkin spice chai, a delightful fusion of classic chai spices and the quintessential flavors of fall. Experience the zesty twist of our ginger lemon chai, where the vibrancy of ginger and lemon invigorates the senses. And for a touch of decadence, our chocolate chai combines the comforting warmth of chai with the indulgence of rich chocolate, creating a symphony of flavors that is simply irresistible.

These carefully curated recipes cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs, ensuring that every tea lover finds their perfect cup of spicy chai. Whether you prefer the traditional Indian preparation or crave unique flavor combinations, our collection offers an array of options to satisfy your chai cravings. Embrace the warmth, comfort, and exquisite flavors of spicy chai tea with our comprehensive guide to this beloved beverage.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOT AND SPICY HIMALAYAN TEA (CHAI TEA)



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Milk, black tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves are simmered together in this recipe for hot and spicy chai tea.

Provided by food4fit

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

7 cups water
6 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 ¼ inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
1 cinnamon stick
6 green cardamom pods
12 whole cloves
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
½ teaspoon black peppercorns
2 tablespoons Darjeeling tea leaves
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Combine water, brown sugar, ginger root, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, bay leaves, fennel seeds, and peppercorns together in a pot; cover and boil for 20 minutes. Remove pot from heat, add tea leaves, and allow to steep for 10 minutes. Stir milk into tea mixture and bring to a boil; strain tea into tea cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 35.8 mg, Sugar 15.1 g

WARM SPICED CHAI



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My wife loves chai, but I have never been satisfied with any of the store-bought mixes, so I created my own. -Justin Weber, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cardamom pods
1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns
5 cups water
1/4 cup honey
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
8 whole cloves
3 whole star anise
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
5 black tea bags
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Ground nutmeg, optional

Steps:

  • In a spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle, combine cardamom pods and peppercorns; grind until aromas are released., In a large saucepan, bring water to boil. Add cardamom mixture, honey, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise and ginger; simmer 5 minutes or according to taste. Remove from heat. Add tea bags; cover and steep 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat milk. Strain tea, discarding spices and tea bags. Stir in hot milk and vanilla. Pour into mugs. If desired, sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SPICY CHAI TEA



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It's just to yummy! Great this time of the year. You can pakage all the spices in a pretty bag or glass jar enclosed with directions. And give away! The picture displays not only the tea but the spices that make it.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Beverages

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon fennel seed
1 tablespoon cardamom seed
6 cloves
6 peppercorns
1 tablespoon cut dried licorice root
1 1/4 inches gingerroot
1 cinnamon stick
2 star anise
7 cups mineral water
2 tablespoons tea (Green, black, jasmine, whatever you please)
4 tablespoons brown sugar or 4 tablespoons honey
2 cups milk or 2 cups cream

Steps:

  • Bring to a boil spices in water, then simmer 20 minutes.
  • Add tea for 5 minutes no longer it will be to bitter!
  • Strain.
  • Add sugar and milk stir to dissolve.
  • Drink Up!
  • Or cool and add ice for a refreshing summer drink.
  • Cheers!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.7, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 70.2, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 13.4, Protein 7

SPICY CHAI LATTE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     beverage

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 chai tea bags
6 black peppercorns
2 cinnamon sticks
1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled and sliced into 8 pieces
6 cups plain unsweetened almond milk
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup rye whiskey, such as High West
8 orange twists, optional

Steps:

  • Combine the tea bags, peppercorns, cinnamon sticks, ginger and 4 cups water in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the almond milk and sugar. Reduce the heat to low and allow to simmer gently for about 10 minutes.
  • Strain the mixture into a small slow cooker to keep warm during a party or ladle directly into 8 mugs, taking care to leave the spices in the saucepan. Serve with rye on the side for guests to add 1 ounce themselves, and garnish with orange twists, if desired.

SPICY AFGHAN CHAI TEA



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Make and share this Spicy Afghan Chai Tea recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Beverages

Time 20m

Yield 1 cup, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 green cardamom seeds
1 stick cinnamon (3-4 inches long)
ginger powder
1 1/2 teaspoons green tea (Peshawari style-if you can't find use regular green tea-1 tea bag-I use decaf)
1 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • Bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a very light boil. Break the cinnamon stick into smaller pieces and add it to the water immediately followed by the cardamom seeds and a tiny pinch of ginger. too much will overpower the other spices.
  • Simmer for a 5-10 minutes or until the water turns slightly yellow and emits a pleasant smell. The cardamom seeds will swell slightly.
  • Turn the heat off, add the tea leaves, and stir.
  • Let steep for 1-3 minutes or to taste.
  • Strain and enjoy!
  • Note:.
  • To prepare larger amounts, multiply ingredients by the number of cups you wish to make and follow the same procedure.

Nutrition Facts : Sodium 10.7

SWEET & SPICY CHAI TEA



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This is a recipe for a chai tea concentrate similar to what you would buy in the box at the grocery store. It is spicy and slightly sweet. I use an organic orange when making the zest to avoid the strange waxy coating and any pesticides. I also like to use filtered water to avoid any off flavors you can get from hard water, flouride, or chlorine. Use whatever tea you like. The bags should be the standard size ones for making a cup of tea.

Provided by Rhubarbarella

Categories     Beverages

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 star anise
1/2 whole nutmeg
3 cinnamon sticks, broken
4 teaspoons whole coriander seeds
6 green cardamom pods
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorn
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 teaspoon allspice berry
1/2 orange, zest of
1 vanilla bean
1 inch fresh ginger
3 quarts water
8 (8 ounce) bags darjeeling tea
1 cup honey (to taste)

Steps:

  • Stirring constantly, lightly toast the anise, nutmeg, cinnamon, coriander, cardamom, black pepper, cloves, and allspice in a skillet over medium high heat. Take extra care not to burn the spices. You just want them to become fragrant.
  • Let the spices cool slightly and coarsely grind in a spice mill.
  • Split the vanilla bean and scrape out the seeds. Reserve the seeds for another use (Oh! Like maybe some vanilla rice pudding!).
  • Peel the ginger and cut into thin slices.
  • Bring the water to a boil. Add the ground spices, orange zest, vanilla bean, and ginger. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add the tea bags and steep for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the tea bags and strain the liquid. While still warm, add the honey and stir well to dissolve.
  • Suggested serving is 2 parts chai to 1 part milk, water, or your favorite milk alternative. Serve hot or cold. The chai liquid can be stored in the refrigerator and used at your leisure.
  • Makes approximately 12 12-ounce servings of tea.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.1, Fat 0.1, Sodium 6.4, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 23.2, Protein 0.2

SPICED CHAI MIX



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One Christmas, my sister-in-law mixed up this drink for our family gathering. I asked for the recipe and have been enjoying it's warm, spicy flavor ever since. It tastes great with a warm blanket and a good book! -Dee Falk, Stromsburg, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield about 5 cups mix (26 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups nonfat dry milk powder
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup unsweetened instant tea
3/4 cup vanilla powdered nondairy creamer
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
OPTIONAL GARNISH:
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine all dry ingredients; cover and process until powdery. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months., To prepare 1 serving: Dissolve 3 tablespoons mix in 3/4 cup of boiling water; stir well. Dollop with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality tea leaves: Opt for loose-leaf tea or tea bags made from whole tea leaves for the best flavor and aroma.
  • Use fresh spices: Whole spices, such as cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, and cloves, offer more intense flavor compared to pre-ground spices.
  • Adjust sweetness to your preference: Add honey, sugar, or maple syrup to taste. You can also use a natural sweetener like stevia or monk fruit extract.
  • Garnish with a touch of elegance: A sprinkle of cinnamon powder, grated nutmeg, or a cinnamon stick adds a beautiful touch and enhances the aroma.
  • Experiment with different milk options: Whole milk provides a creamy texture, while non-dairy alternatives like almond milk or oat milk offer a lighter, vegan-friendly option.

Conclusion:

Indulge in the warmth and flavors of homemade spicy chai tea. With its captivating blend of aromatic spices, rich tea, and creamy milk, this beverage is a true delight for the senses. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or a variation with a personal twist, the versatility of chai tea allows for endless experimentation. Grab a cozy mug, let the tantalizing aroma fill your kitchen, and savor every sip of this comforting and invigorating drink.

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