When you’re craving something for a cold winter day, give this chai matcha hot chocolate a try. It’s full of warm and cozy spices and perfect for slow mornings. It combines a unique blend of rich chocolate, chai spices, and umami-rich matcha for the perfect cup of tea. This recipe is easy to make and might just become your new winter staple.
Why We Love This
Unsweetened cocoa powder adds richness without being too sweet, while our matcha chai blend adds umami and depth. This drink feels both luxurious and restorative. We partnered with Blue Lotus to make our specially crafted organic matcha chai blend, made with organic ceremonial matcha powder and organic chai spices such as ginger, cardamom, and nutmeg.
Not only does this chai matcha hot chocolate taste delicious, but it’s also full of benefits. Matcha is rich in antioxidants and the amino acid L-theanine, which helps promote a calm, focused state, while chai has been shown to support digestion and contains antioxidants. Even cocoa powder adds a boost of antioxidants and heart-healthy compounds.
Ingredients
Chai Matcha Hot Chocolate
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1 cup milk of choice
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1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
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1–2 tsp granulated sugar
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2 tbsp dark chocolate, chips or chopped
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Pinch of salt
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Matcha masala chai cream (recipe below)
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Chocolate shavings, for topping
Matcha Masala Chai Cream
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1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
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1/4 tsp matcha masala chai powder
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1 tsp powdered sugar
Directions
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Whip together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and matcha masala chai until thick and fluffy. Set aside.
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In a small saucepan, combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and milk.
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Heat over medium-high heat and bring to a gentle boil.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and add the dark chocolate. Stir until smooth and fully melted.
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Bring to a simmer, then turn off the heat. Sift the matcha masala chai into the mixture.
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Add a pinch of salt and whisk until fully incorporated.
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Pour the hot chocolate into a mug through a sieve for a smooth finish.
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Top with the whipped matcha chai cream, a dusting of matcha, and chocolate shavings.
The Bottom Line
This chai matcha hot chocolate might seem like an unexpected combination, but it is perfect and cozy for warming up on cold days. With antioxidant-rich cacao, calming matcha, and warming chai spices, it’s a nourishing way to embrace the colder months, one slow, satisfying sip at a time.
