Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of our Chai Hot Chocolate, a delightful fusion of aromatic chai spices and rich dark chocolate that promises to warm you from the inside out. This creamy beverage is perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, allowing you to customize your experience with various toppings and sweetness levels. Made with simple ingredients and ready in under 10 minutes, this drink is not only quick and easy to prepare but also an instant crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re enjoying it solo or sharing with friends, our Chai Hot Chocolate is bound to become a new favorite in your hot beverage rotation.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 4 chai tea bags
- 1 cup cane sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond milk
- 4–6 squares dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon cacao powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Chai spice for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil, add chai tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags, stir in cane sugar until dissolved, then add vanilla extract; set aside.
- In the same saucepan over low heat, combine almond milk and chopped dark chocolate until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the prepared chai syrup, cacao powder, ground cinnamon, and mix well until heated through.
- Pour into mugs; top with whipped cream and sprinkle with chai spice if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added richness, use high-quality dark chocolate. Feel free to experiment with different plant-based milks such as coconut or oat milk for varied flavors. Adjust sweetness by adding more syrup or sugar as preferred.