Spiced Butter Tea

A warm and comforting drink made with a delightful mix of spices, tea, and butter, perfect for chilly evenings or as a cozy pick-me-up.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Beverage, Drink

Cuisine: Indian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Tea Base

4 cups water Use filtered water for the best taste.
3 tablespoons puerh tea You can substitute with loose-leaf black tea if desired.
8 pods cardamom Crushed for better flavor extraction.
6 whole cloves
2 pods star anise
1 stick ceylon cinnamon
1 tablespoon dried ginger Do not use powdered ginger.
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
2 teaspoons coriander seed
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon anise seeds

Sweeteners and Fats

1 tablespoon jaggery Can substitute with honey or sugar if preferred.
1 tablespoon ghee Use plant-based butter for a lighter version.
Pinch N/A fine sea salt Enhances the flavors.

Milk

1/4 cup whole milk Almond or coconut milk can be used for a dairy-free option.

Method

Preparation

Bring water to a boil over high heat, and drop in the tea and spices.
Immediately reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove from the heat and strain the tea.

Serving

To prepare a cup of the tea, heat one cup of the prepared tea in a saucepan over medium-high heat until it’s very hot.
Stir in the jaggery and salt until completely dissolved.
Stir in the ghee and whole milk.
Turn off the heat and blend until frothy with a hand-held milk frother.
Pour into a teacup and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

Experiment with the spice amounts to match your taste preferences. Make sure to use whole spices for a more robust flavor. Frothing the tea may create a creamier texture, so don’t skip this step. Adjust the jaggery for sweetness as desired.

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