5-Minute Caffeine-Free Chai Mix
Ingredients
- 4 tbspground cinnamon
cassia is best
- 3 tbspground ginger
- 4 ½ tspground cardamom
- 1 tbspground black pepper
reduce by half for less spice
- ¾ tspground nutmeg
- ¾ tspground cloves
- 1 tspchai mix
- 1 tbspmaple syrup ((or other sweetener
- 1 cHomemade coconut or almond milk
Directions
- 1
To make mix, add all spices to a small jar and shake or stir thoroughly to combine. Will keep at room temperature up to 3 months. Or you can store it in the refrigerator if you prefer. Double the recipe if you intend to use it daily (it goes fast!).
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To make a HOT chai latte, add suggested amount of Chai Mix, sweetener of choice, and 2 tsp water to a mug (or small blender). Use a spoon to mix spices into water (or skip this step if blending). Then add warmed dairy-free milk of choice to your mug (or blender) and stir (or blend) to combine. The spice mix can settle to the bottom, but blending really helps! Keep a spoon handy to give it a stir when drinking if the spices need to be dispersed.
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To make an ICED chai latte, add suggested amount of Chai Mix, sweetener of choice, and 2 tsp water to a serving glass. Use a spoon to mix into a loose paste (you want as few clumps as possible). Then add several big ice cubes and top with dairy-free milk of choice. Stir to combine.
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In addition to being used to make chai lattes, we also think it would make a delicious spice mix for cookies, vegetables, smoothies, and more!
5-Minute Caffeine-Free Chai Mix
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About this Recipe
Craving the rich, aromatic flavors of a chai latte without the caffeine jitters or the wait? This 5-Minute Caffeine-Free Chai Mix is your answer to enjoying a comforting, spiced beverage anytime you like, ready in mere minutes.
What makes this caffeine-free chai mix a game-changer is its effortless preparation. In just 5 minutes, you'll create a perfectly balanced blend of six warming spices, ensuring you always have a delicious chai base on hand for those cozy moments. It’s an ideal solution for anyone seeking restaurant-quality chai at home, fast.
Prepare for a truly inviting beverage experience. Once prepared into a chai latte, this mix offers a symphony of aromatic spices—think the sweet warmth of ground cinnamon (cassia for that classic depth), the gentle bite of ground ginger, and the floral notes of ground cardamom, all subtly rounded by ground nutmeg and cloves. The final beverage, often mellowed by creamy milk and your choice of sweetener, provides that authentic chai latte feel without the caffeine, perfect for any time of day. You can expect a fragrant, comforting cup that tastes far more complex than its simple preparation suggests.
The beauty of this chai mix lies in its adaptability. For a milder kick, you can reduce the ground black pepper by half when blending your spices. Feel free to experiment with different milk options when preparing your chai, such as oat or soy milk, and adjust the amount of maple syrup (or other sweeteners) to suit your personal preference for sweetness.
This versatile chai mix is ideal for a calming evening drink, a cozy afternoon treat, or whenever you desire a spiced beverage without the caffeine. It pairs wonderfully with a quiet moment and your favorite book.