Chai Tea Mix

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
2%
Chai Tea Mix
14 min.
14
164kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of homemade Chai Tea Mix! This aromatic blend is not just a beverage; it's an experience that warms the heart and soul. Perfect for cozy evenings or as a thoughtful gift, this recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and low FODMAP, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

In just 14 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 14 people, each cup bursting with the rich flavors of freshly ground spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. The addition of both nondairy and nonfat dry milk powders creates a creamy texture that complements the spiciness beautifully. With only 164 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Imagine the comforting aroma filling your kitchen as you blend the spices and tea, creating a fine powder that can be easily stored in jars. Whether you enjoy it hot with milk or as a refreshing Chai Shake with ice cream, this mix is versatile and sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, you can even elevate it to a Chocolate Chai by adding cocoa for an extra treat!

So, gather your ingredients and let’s embark on this flavorful journey together. Your perfect cup of chai awaits!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon ground allspice 
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • 2.5 teaspoons ground ginger 
  • teaspoon nutmeg 
  • cup non-dairy creamer like mimiccreme 
  • cup non-dairy creamer like mimiccreme french vanilla-flavored
  • cup skim milk powder dry
  • 1.5 cups sugar 
  • 1.5 cups freshly tea unsweetened instant

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Combine spices and tea in a food processor or blender. Blend 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture becomes a fine powder.
  2. Pour into a large bowl.
  3. Add sugar to food processor or blender (without cleaning it), and process until superfine, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add sugar to bowl of spices. Stir in milk powder and creamers; blend well. Spoon mix into gift jars, if desired.
  5. To serve, stir 2 heaping Tbsp. Chai Tea
  6. Mix into a mug of hot milk or boiling water.
  7. Chocolate Chai
  8. Add 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa along with dry milk powder to the blend above. Follow serving directions above. (We recommend milk here.)
  9. Chai Shake: Blend 1/4 cup Chai Tea
  10. Mix, 1 cup milk, and 3 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream in a blender.
  11. Add 1/4 cup finely chopped premium white chocolate (such as Lindt or Ghirardelli) to 1 cup Chai Tea
  12. Mix. Stir well. Follow serving directions above with 2 heaping Tbsp. per cup of hot milk or boiling water.

Nutrition Facts

Calories164kcal
Protein8.32%
Fat19.43%
Carbs72.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.72
Glycemic Load
15.01
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.1373913495437%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.38mg
Epigallocatechin
2.04mg
Epicatechin
0.54mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
1.48mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
2.37mg
Theaflavin
0.4mg
Thearubigins
20.56mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.55mg
Theaflavin-3,3'-digallate
0.44mg
Theaflavin-3'-gallate
0.38mg
Gallocatechin
0.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:163.91kcal
8.2%
Fat:3.65g
5.62%
Saturated Fat:0.76g
4.78%
Carbohydrates:30.56g
10.19%
Net Carbohydrates:30.24g
11%
Sugar:29.81g
33.13%
Cholesterol:1.71mg
0.57%
Sodium:70.37mg
3.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:5.06mg
1.69%
Protein:3.52g
7.04%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.43%
Calcium:116.77mg
11.68%
Phosphorus:106.64mg
10.66%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.34%
Potassium:238.68mg
6.82%
Vitamin D:0.94µg
6.29%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.76%
Selenium:3.07µg
4.39%
Vitamin A:194.34IU
3.89%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.13%
Magnesium:11.98mg
2.99%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.6%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.45%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.96%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.74%
Folate:5.81µg
1.45%
Fiber:0.32g
1.27%
Vitamin K:1.23µg
1.17%
Iron:0.18mg
1.01%
Source:My Recipes