Chai Spiced White Hot Chocolate with Cardamom Whipped Cream

Allergens

Dairy, Eggs

Ingredients

• 1. 2 cups whole milk 2. 1/4 cup white chocolate chips 3. 1 tsp chai spice blend (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg) 4. 1 tbsp sugar 5. 2 tsp loose
• leaf black tea 6. For the Cardamom Whipped Cream: 7. 1 cup heavy whipping cream 8. 3 tbsp powdered sugar 9. 1/2 tsp ground cardamom

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine milk, white chocolate chips, chai spice blend, sugar, and loose leaf black tea. Gently heat over medium low heat until the white chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is infused with the aromatic spices.
2. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it steep for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a heatproof container to remove the tea leaves and spices.
3. Whisk in the chai infused milk into the white chocolate mixture until smooth.
4. Divide the hot chocolate between two cups and top each with a generous dollop of cardamom whipped cream.

Chef’s Insight

The blend of chai spices creates a warm, comforting flavor profile that is perfect for cozy winter evenings.

Notes

For an extra touch of luxury, try using spiced chocolate shavings as a garnish.