Description
A cozy blend of rich hot chocolate and fragrant chai spices, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups whole milk (or milk alternative)
- 6 ounces semi-sweet or dark chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2–3 tablespoons sugar, to taste
- 2 tablespoons loose-leaf chai or 2 chai tea bags
- 1–2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (or a cinnamon stick)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- A small pinch of clove
- 1 small piece of star anise
- Nutmeg for dusting
- Whipped cream or coconut whipped cream (optional)
- Marshmallows (optional)
- A drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools.
- Infuse the milk with chai by heating it in a saucepan, adding spices, then steeping the chai for 8–10 minutes.
- Prepare the chocolate base by whisking cocoa powder with warm milk, then adding chopped chocolate and stir until melted.
- Combine the chocolate mixture with the infused milk while whisking.
- Add vanilla extract and adjust sweetness and spices to taste.
- Serve in warm mugs and top with desired garnishes.
Notes
Perfect for cozy evenings with a good book. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Vanilla Chai, Hot Chocolate, Warm Drink, Cozy Recipe, Chocolate, Chai Spice