Masala Chai Popsicles – The Ultimate Desi Summer Treat
What if we told you that your favorite steaming cup of masala chai can turn into a frozen dessert? Enter Masala Chai Popsicles—creamy, spicy, sweet, and incredibly refreshing. Perfect for summer days in the UK, these popsicles are made with real Indian spices and tea available on IndianGroceryUK.
🍵 Ingredients:
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2 cups whole milk (or oat/almond milk for vegan)
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2 tablespoons loose black tea (like Tata Tea Gold or Wagh Bakri)
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4 cardamom pods, crushed
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4–5 black peppercorns
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1 small cinnamon stick
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3 cloves
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1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
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3 tablespoons sugar or jaggery
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1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions:
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In a saucepan, heat milk over medium flame.
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Add all the spices, ginger, and tea leaves.
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Let it simmer gently for 5–7 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
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Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
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Strain the mixture and let it cool.
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Pour into popsicle molds and freeze overnight.