Bulletproof Chai

Rich and creamy with a blend of aromatic spices, this Bulletproof Chai is a keto-friendly twist on the classic Indian tea. Enhanced with healthy fats from grass-fed butter and MCT oil, it's the perfect energizing, low-carb drink to kickstart your day.

Course Drinks

Cuisine Indian

Keyword Bulletproof Chai, Bulletproof Tea, Keto Chai, Keto Tea, Low Carb Chai

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 325kcal

Equipment

Small saucepan
Blender
Measuring cups and spoons
Strainer

Ingredients

2 cups water
2 black tea bags or 2 tablespoons loose leaf
1 cinnamon stick or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 cardamom pods, crushed or 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
2 cloves or a pinch of ground cloves
1 star anise optional
1 inch fresh ginger, thinly sliced or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
½ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons grass-fed unsalted butter
1 tablespoon MCT oil

Instructions

Begin by bringing the water to a boil in a small saucepan.
Add the tea bags, cinnamon stick, crushed cardamom pods, cloves, star anise (if using), ginger slices, and black pepper to the boiling water.
Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the spices to infuse their flavors.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully take out the tea bags and spices. If using loose leaf tea, strain the mixture to remove the leaves and spices.
Pour the brewed spiced tea into a blender. Add the heavy cream, butter, and MCT oil.
Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds or until the mixture becomes frothy and well combined.
Serve immediately, dividing the chai into two mugs.

Notes

To make this Bulletproof Chai dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use ghee or coconut oil instead of butter.

Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding keto-friendly sweeteners like stevia or erythritol.

The spices can be adjusted according to personal preference or availability.

Always use caution when blending hot liquids; ensure the lid is secure and blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high.

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