How to Make Masala Tea: A Perfect Recipe for Masala Chai Lovers

Masala tea, or masala chai, is a comforting and aromatic drink loved by tea lovers everywhere. Infused with a blend of spices, this traditional Indian tea is perfect for chilly mornings, rainy afternoons or any time you want a warm, fragrant cup. If you've ever wondered how to make masala tea with tea masala powder, this guide walks you through it step by step.

What is Masala Tea?

Masala tea is a spiced tea made with black tea, milk, sugar and a blend of spices. These spices are ground into a fine powder called tea masala. Annam's Tea Masala Powder is a traditional blend of cardamom, clove, black pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg and dry ginger, which together give masala chai its warm, layered flavour.

Why People Love Masala Tea

• Warm, layered flavour: cardamom, cinnamon and clove add sweetness and aroma, while pepper and dry ginger add gentle warmth.
• Easy to make: one teaspoon of tea masala turns your everyday cup into masala chai.
• A comforting ritual: the aroma of masala chai makes any tea break feel special.

Ingredients You'll Need

• 2 cups of water
• 1 cup of milk
• 2 teaspoons of tea leaves or tea powder of your choice
• 1 teaspoon of Annam's Recipes Tea Masala Powder
• 2–3 teaspoons of sugar (adjust to taste)

How to Make Masala Tea: Step-by-Step Guide

1. Boil water and add tea
   Boil 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Once it starts to bubble, add 2 teaspoons of tea leaves.

2. Add tea masala
   Stir in 1 teaspoon of Annam's Recipes Tea Masala Powder. Let the tea and spices simmer for 2–3 minutes.

3. Pour in milk
   Add 1 cup of milk, stir well and bring to a gentle boil.

4. Sweeten to taste
   Add sugar to taste and stir until it dissolves. You can also use jaggery or palm sugar instead.

5. Strain and serve
   Strain the tea into cups through a fine sieve and serve hot.

Tips for the Best Masala Chai

• Use a little more or less tea masala to suit your taste.
• Pair your masala tea with snacks like murukku, thattai, biscuits or pakoras for a complete tea-time experience.

Make the best masala chai with our Tea Masala Powder!

Also try: Sukku Malli Coffee Powder · Thenkuzhal Maavu for tea-time murukku