Classic Homemade Masala Chai
Classic Homemade Masala Chai delivers a warm, spiced brew where ginger, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon infuse robust black tea for a comforting cup. The milk rounds it out with a creamy finish, while a touch of sugar balances the heat and aromatics. Serve it steaming on cool mornings or as an afternoon pick‑me‑up with snacks.
- Prep5 min
- Cook16 min
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring the water to a boil in a small pot.
- 2
Add the ginger, cloves, cinnamon stick, green cardamom, and black cardamom; simmer until the flavors infuse, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the tea bags; simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
- 4
Add the milk and sugar; return to a boil.
- 5
Strain the tea into mugs.
- Calories 183.05 kcal Moderate
- Protein 2.87 g Low Source
- Carbs 40.66 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.07 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.07 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 2.45 mg Low Source
- Sodium 46.54 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.63 g Low Source
- Sugar 24.18 g High
- Added Sugar 7.45 g Moderate
- Calcium 119.08 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.14 mg Low Source
- Potassium 149.39 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 52.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.91 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Caffeine ☕
- Milk 🥛
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