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Best Spiced Chai Milkshake Recipes for a Flavorful Treat
This Spiced Chai Milkshake is a deliciously creamy and aromatic blend of spiced chai tea and ice cream. It's perfect for a refreshing treat with a hint of warm spices.
Ingredients
For the Chai Concentrate:
For the Milkshake:
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Chai Concentrate
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In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a simmer.
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Add the black tea bags and all the spices (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice).
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Let it simmer on low heat for 5 minutes to extract the flavors.
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Stir in honey (or maple syrup) and vanilla extract.
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Remove from heat and let it steep for another 5 minutes.
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Strain the chai concentrate through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the tea leaves and spices.
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Let it cool completely before using in the milkshake.
Step 2: Blend the Milkshake
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In a blender, add:
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2 cups vanilla ice cream
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½ cup milk
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¼ cup chai concentrate
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Blend on high speed for 30–40 seconds until smooth and creamy.
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Taste and adjust sweetness if needed (add a little honey or maple syrup if you like it sweeter).
Step 3: Serve & Garnish
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Pour the milkshake into two tall glasses.
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Top with whipped cream (optional).
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Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
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Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy!
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 380kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Saturated Fat 9g45%
- Cholesterol 50mg17%
- Sodium 120mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 45g
- Protein 8g16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Customizations & Tips
- Stronger Chai Flavor: Increase the chai concentrate to ⅓ cup for a bolder taste.
- Dairy-Free Version: Use plant-based ice cream and milk.
- Extra Creamy: Add 1 tablespoon of heavy cream or coconut cream.
- Coffee Kick: Add 1 shot of espresso for a chai-coffee fusion.
- Chocolate Twist: Drizzle with chocolate syrup or add 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder.
Enjoy your Spiced Chai Milkshake—a perfect balance of warm spice and cold creaminess! 🍨☕✨
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! If you want a lighter version, you can blend frozen bananas or Greek yogurt with milk and chai concentrate for a creamy texture.
To make this milkshake dairy-free, use plant-based ice cream (coconut, almond, or oat milk-based) and non-dairy milk (like almond, oat, or coconut milk).
Absolutely! If you’re short on time, you can use pre-made chai concentrate (such as Tazo, Oregon Chai, or homemade pre-prepared chai syrup).
For a stronger chai taste, increase the amount of chai concentrate to ⅓ cup or ½ cup instead of ¼ cup. You can also steep the tea longer when making the chai concentrate.
It’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can refrigerate the chai concentrate in an airtight container for up to 5 days and blend fresh milkshakes when needed.
Instead of honey or maple syrup, try using dates, agave syrup, or coconut sugar for a natural sweetness.
You can experiment with black pepper, star anise, fennel seeds, or a pinch of turmeric to add more complexity to the chai flavor.
Yes! Adding a shot of espresso or ½ teaspoon of instant coffee will turn this into a delicious Chai Coffee Milkshake.
For a thicker milkshake, use less milk or add an extra scoop of ice cream. You can also freeze some of the chai concentrate into ice cubes and blend them in.
Yes! If you want to make it caffeine-free, use decaf black tea or replace it with rooibos tea, which has a naturally mild and spiced flavor.
