Slow Cooker Chai

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 1

Delicious Slow Cooker Chai recipe for tea lovers

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 hours

Ready In

10 hours 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

137

Sugar

17g

Fat

Slow Cooker Chai is a rich blend of spices and tea that is popular in India and parts of South Asia. This recipe combines ginger, green cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, peppercorns, black tea, and condensed milk to create a warm and comforting drink. Slow Cooker Chai has a unique flavor profile that combines sweetness, spiciness, and warmth, making it an excellent beverage to enjoy on a cold day or as a relaxing nightcap. The preparation is straightforward, and the tea can be brewed ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Slow Cooker Chai is easy to customize to suit your taste preferences, such as adding honey or reducing the amount of condensed milk.

Instructions

1.	In a slow cooker, add 3 1/2 quarts of water along with sliced ginger, seeded green cardamom pods, whole cloves, cinnamon sticks, and black peppercorns.
2.	Cook on low heat for 10 hours.
3.	Turn off the heat and add black tea bags.
4.	Let the tea steep for 5-10 minutes.
5.	Strain the tea and add sweetened condensed milk.
6.	Stir well and serve hot.

PROS

Slow Cooker Chai delivers a warming and comforting flavor that tea enthusiasts crave all year round.

This recipe is easy and can be made ahead of time.

The sweetness from the condensed milk balances out the bold flavors of the spices.

CONS

This drink contains condensed milk, which can increase the calorie and sugar content.

The caffeine content can affect sleep patterns, so it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Drinking Slow Cooker Chai tea can boost your immune system and improve digestion due to the ginger and cardamom.
Black tea is rich in antioxidants, which can reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

	3 1/2 quarts water
	15 slices fresh ginger , peeled
	15 green cardamom pods , split open and seeded
	25 whole cloves
	3 cinnamon sticks
	3 whole black peppercorns
	8 black tea bags
	1 can sweetened condensed milk