The Festival of Lights, or Diwali, is a time of joy, good food, and togetherness. To mark this year’s celebration, Tetley has partnered with food influencer Priyanka Chanderdeo to share her favourite Chai-infused recipes.

“Diwali is an important celebration for so many South Africans, and we want to contribute towards this joyful occasion by sharing our favourite Chai recipes,” said Candice Sessions, Tetley Marketing Manager. “We would like to wish everyone celebrating a blessed Diwali.”

Celebrating Tradition with Chai Recipes

Priyanka Chanderdeo (@inspiredbyprisfood on Instagram and TikTok) recalls fond memories of Diwali preparations and the joy of family gatherings. She adds that her first taste of Chai in India sparked her love for the drink, which perfectly embodies the warmth of Diwali. “I’m thrilled to share my favourite Tetley Chai-inspired recipes with everyone,” she said.

Tetley Chai Kulfi and Chai Cupcakes are just two of the recipes inspired by Tetley Masala Chai. Each recipe features rich spices that bring out the comforting flavours associated with the festival.

Tetley Chai-Inspired Kulfi

Ingredients

• 600ml whole milk
• 1 cup cream
• 125ml sweetened condensed milk
• 2 Tetley Masala Chai tea bags
• 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 cardamom pods, 2 cloves, a small pinch of saffron (optional)
• 25g pistachios, 25g almonds (optional)
• 1 tsp rose water, 1/4 tsp cardamom powder

Method

1. Boil milk in a saucepan, adding cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, cloves, and saffron. Steep Tetley tea bags in milk for 10-15 minutes.
2. Stir in condensed milk and cook for another 10 minutes. Add rose water and cardamom powder.
3. Add pistachios, almonds, and saffron (if using) before letting the mixture cool. Whisk in cream and strain.
4. Pour into kulfi moulds, freeze, then enjoy as a Diwali treat.

Tetley Chai Cupcakes

Ingredients

Cupcakes:

• 150ml milk, 2 Tetley Masala Chai tea bags, 120g butter, 150g sugar, 2 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 160g cake flour, 1 tsp baking powder, spices as per recipe.

Icing:

• 200g butter, 1/4 cup milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp cardamom, optional Tetley tea bag for added flavour.

Method

1. Prepare chai milk by steeping tea bags in hot milk for 10 minutes.
2. Combine wet and dry ingredients, adding chai milk. Bake for 18-20 minutes at 180°C.
3. For icing, whip butter with sugar and chai milk. Pipe onto cooled cupcakes.

Egg-Free Alternatives for Diwali

For those celebrating without eggs, alternatives like mashed banana or Greek yoghurt can substitute in these recipes, providing rich texture and taste.

Tetley Chai Giveaways

Tetley is hosting a Diwali giveaway featuring a candle-making kit and Tetley’s full Chai range, valued at R850. Follow @TetleyTeaSA on Facebook and Instagram to enter.

Find Tetley Chai products in stores, on Takealot, and at www.joekels.co.za for recipes and tips.

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