CHAI HOT CHOCOLATE

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Inspired by the traditional Indian beverage, this chai drink combines spice with decadent chocolate. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor, Culinary

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 cups half-and-half cream
3 chai tea bags
2 bars (3-1/2 ounces each) 70% cacao dark chocolate, chopped
2 ounces milk chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dash salt
Optional: Sweetened whipped cream and cinnamon sticks

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat cream and tea bags over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan (do not boil). Remove from the heat; steep 5 minutes. Remove tea bags; whisk in the chocolates, vanilla and salt until smooth. Return to the heat; cook and stir until heated through. Pour into mugs; top with whipped cream and cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 35g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.