Homestyle Chai ya Maziwa

Nov 1, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Homestyle Chai ya Maziwa: Homestyle Chai ya Maziwa, milk-based sweet tea, served in an appropriate regional glass or cup…

Milk-based sweet tea. A homestyle take on a drink from Kenya, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 18 minutes.

Prep 12 min

Cook 6 min

Flavor Chai

Serve Hot

Total 18 min

Yield 2 glasses

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)black tea leaves
1.0 cup (260.0 ml)filtered water
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)pasteurized whole milk
2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)granulated sugar
3.0green cardamom pods, cracked
1 ½ tbsp (8.0 g)fresh ginger, thinly sliced

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Instructions

Heat water with black tea leaves to an appropriate brewing temperature (green tea: ~175°F / 80°C; black tea: ~200°F / 93°C), and steep 2–4 minutes.
If using whole spices, briefly simmer spices with the water before adding the tea. Whisk matcha powder instead of leaving it to steep.
Strain loose tea; add milk and sugar and gently warm until steaming (or cool rapidly for a cold version).
Divide into two cups and serve; do not boil green tea aggressively.

Tips

Contains a possible caffeine source; exact caffeine per serving varies with products and extraction.
Perishables must not sit at room temperature longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F (32°C).

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Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make homestyle chai ya maziwa?

Plan on 12 minutes of prep and 6 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 2 glasses.

How should I store homestyle chai ya maziwa?

Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.

Can I make homestyle chai ya maziwa ahead?

Best made just before serving. Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.

Milk-based sweet tea. A homestyle take on a drink from Kenya, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 18 minutes.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 2 servings this recipe makes.

142 Calories / serving

4.4g Fat

22.5g Carbs

4.4g Protein

20.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (2 servings): ~284 cal · 9g fat · 45g carbs · 9g protein · 41g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.