If you’re a fan of chai tea and love a touch of sweetness, this White Chocolate Chai Tea recipe is perfect for you. It combines the comforting spices of traditional chai with smooth, melted white chocolate for a decadent drink that feels luxurious yet is simple to make at home.
This chai is a delicious twist on a classic. You can make it from scratch or substitute your favourite chai tea bags if you are short on time.
How to Make White Chocolate Chai Tea
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients:
2 cups whole milk (or your preferred milk alternative)
2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose-leaf tea), see note
1 cinnamon stick (or ½ tsp ground cinnamon)
2 cardamom pods, lightly crushed (or ¼ tsp ground cardamom)
¼ tsp ground ginger
⅛ tsp ground cloves (optional)
¼ tsp vanilla extract
2 oz white chocolate, finely chopped (about ⅓ cup)
Sweetener to taste (honey, sugar, or maple syrup — optional)
Note: You can substitute 2 chai tea bags or 2 teaspoons of loose tea for the black tea and omit the spices if you prefer.
Instructions:
Add the milk, cinnamon stick, cardamom, ginger, and cloves (if using) to a small saucepan and cook over medium heat. Stir occasionally and heat until the milk is hot but not boiling.
Once the milk is hot, remove it from the heat. Add the tea bags and let them steep for 5–7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
Remove the tea bags and the cinnamon stick. Stir in the chopped white chocolate and vanilla extract. Whisk gently until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Taste the chai and add a sweetener if needed. Pour into two mugs and enjoy warm. For an extra indulgent touch, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.
Tips:
- Dairy-free option: Use almond, oat, or coconut milk and dairy-free white chocolate chips.
- Loose-leaf chai: If you’re using loose-leaf tea, strain it after steeping before adding the chocolate.
- Make it iced: Let the chai cool, then pour over ice for a refreshing summer treat.
Why You’ll Love White Chocolate Chai
This drink combines the spicy warmth of chai with the creamy sweetness of white chocolate—a match made in tea heaven. It’s especially great for the winter months, holiday gatherings, or just a moment of personal indulgence.
White Chocolate Chai
This White Chocolate Chai Tea is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. Made with warm chai spices and rich white chocolate, it’s a comforting drink you can whip up in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk (or your preferred milk alternative)
- 2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose-leaf tea) see note
- 1 cinnamon stick (or ½ tsp ground cinnamon)
- 2 cardamom pods, lightly crushed (or ¼ tsp ground cardamom)
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp ground cloves (optional)
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 oz white chocolate, finely chopped (about ⅓ cup)
Instructions
- Add the milk, cinnamon stick, cardamom, ginger, and cloves (if using) to a small saucepan and cook over medium heat. Stir occasionally and heat until the milk is hot but not boiling.
- Once the milk is hot, remove it from the heat. Add the tea bags and let them steep for 5–7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
- Remove the tea bags and the cinnamon stick. Stir in the chopped white chocolate and vanilla extract. Whisk gently until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Taste the chai and add a sweetener if needed. Pour into two mugs and enjoy warm. For an extra indulgent touch, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.
Notes
- You can substitute 2 chai tea bags or 2 teaspoons of loose tea for the black tea and omit the spices if you prefer.
Nutrition Information
Yield 2 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 308Total Fat 17gSaturated Fat 10gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 30mgSodium 131mgCarbohydrates 30gFiber 1gSugar 29gProtein 9g