Creamy Chai Hot Chocolate

Warm up with this spiced holiday-time classic using our Chai Tea!

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes (+ 10 minutes standing time)
Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Chai Tea tea bags
• 4 cups (1 L) coconut milk
• 4 oz (125 g) bittersweet chocolate chips 
• 5 tbsp (75 mL) cocoa powder 
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) honey
• Coconut whipped cream
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) toasted coconut flakes

Directions

1. In saucepan set over medium heat, warm coconut milk for 8-10 minutes or until steaming and small bubbles form around edge of pan.
2. Remove from heat. Add tea bags. Steep for 8-10 minutes or until well flavoured. Remove tea bags and discard.
3. Stir in chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and honey for 3-5 minutes or until smooth and melted.
4. Divide tea mixture evenly among 4 mugs or latte glasses. Top with coconut whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes.

Tips

• For a dairy-free alternative, use vegan chocolate chips if desired. 
• Coconut whipped cream can be found beside regular cans of whipped cream in the dairy section of most major grocery stores.