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 mins
- Cook16 mins
- 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 183.85 kcal Moderate
- Protein 2.8 g Low Source
- Carbs 40.63 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 46.61 mg Low Source
- Fiber 6.47 g Good Source
- Sugar 24.22 g High
- Added Sugar 7.45 g Moderate
- Calcium 118.84 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.17 mg Low Source
- Potassium 148.23 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 52.1 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.03 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 🥛
About This Recipe
Classic Homemade Masala Chai is an Indian beverage recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 21 mins, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Cardamom, Black Tea Bags, Cinnamon Sticks, and Fresh Ginger. Each serving provides about 183.85 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic Homemade Masala Chai?
- It is an Indian recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for beverage.
- What is Classic Homemade Masala Chai made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Cardamom, Black Tea Bags, Cinnamon Sticks, Fresh Ginger, Ground Cardamom. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Classic Homemade Masala Chai?
- Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Classic Homemade Masala Chai?
- About 21 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 16 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 183.85 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic Homemade Masala Chai easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
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