Best 7 Chai Tea Mix Recipes

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Chai tea mix is a magical blend of aromatic spices, including cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and ginger. This flavorful tea is a beloved beverage, often enjoyed with milk and sweetener. Whether you're seeking a soothing morning pick-me-up, a cozy afternoon treat, or a comforting bedtime drink, finding the perfect chai tea mix recipe is key. With numerous variations available, each offering unique flavor profiles and health benefits, choosing the best recipe can be overwhelming. This article will guide you through the enchanting world of chai tea mixes, providing tips and recommendations to help you discover the perfect recipe that tantalizes your taste buds and nourishes your soul.

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CHAI TEA MIX



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Instant Chai tea mix. You can spice it up even further by adding 1 teaspoon nutmeg and allspice, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper.

Provided by Jo

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Tea     Hot

Time 32m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1 cup powdered non-dairy creamer
1 cup French vanilla flavored powdered non-dairy creamer
2 ½ cups white sugar
1 ½ cups unsweetened instant tea
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cardamom

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine milk powder, non-dairy creamer, vanilla flavored creamer, sugar and instant tea. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cloves and cardamom. In a blender or food processor, blend 1 cup at a time, until mixture is the consistency of fine powder.
  • To serve: Stir 2 heaping tablespoons Chai tea mixture into a mug of hot water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 28.5 mg, Sugar 18.6 g

CHAI TEA MIX



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I received this recipe from my sister, who got it from a friend in Alaska. This warming drink makes a great Christmas gift. For friends at work, I bought some cute jars with lids. I placed some fabric on top and tied them with ribbon. -Donna Gish, Blue Springs, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 32 servings (8 cups tea mix).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups sugar
2 cups unsweetened instant tea
1-1/2 cups powdered French vanilla nondairy creamer
1-1/4 cups powdered nondairy creamer
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
EACH SERVING:
1 cup hot 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. In a blender, cover and process tea mixture in batches until powdery. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months., To prepare chai tea: Place 1/4 cup mix in a mug. Add hot milk; stir until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHAI TEA MIX IN A JAR



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I use 2% milk to make this with...makes it MUCH creamier..If you give some as gifts..be sure to save some for your self...

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 7 cups mix

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup non-fat powdered milk
1 1/4 cups non-dairy powdered coffee creamer
1 1/2 cups powdered French vanilla flavored coffee creamer
2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/4 cups brown sugar, packed
2 cups instant tea, unsweetened
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cloves
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon white pepper, finely ground

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients -- Stir in spices.
  • In a blender or food processor.blend 1 cup at a time until mixture is consistency of fine powder.
  • To serve:.
  • Stir 2 heaping tablespoons Chai Tea Mix into mug of hot water -- or I use 2" milk.to make it creamier.
  • Makes 8-9 cups of tea mix.
  • Yield 7 cups.divide as you see fit.or keep for yourself.

CHAI TEA MIX ( FOR GIFT GIVING)



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Categories     Tea

Yield 36 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1 cup powdered non-dairy creamer
1 cup French vanilla flavored powdered non-dairy creamer
(or cut non-dairy creamer and just use 2 cup french vanilla)
1 1/2 cups white sugar (can use 1.5 cups splenda)
1 1/2 cups unsweetened instant tea (can use decaf too)
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon all spice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine milk powder, non-dairy creamer, vanilla flavored creamer, sugar and instant tea. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cloves and cardamom. In a coffee grinder, blender or food processor, blend 1 cup at a time, until mixture is the consistency of fine powder. To serve: Stir 2-3 heaping tablespoons Chai tea mixture into a mug of hot water or warmed skim milk. FOOTNOTE You may choose to omit the French vanilla creamer, and use 2 teaspoons vanilla extract instead. To do so, mix the vanilla into the sugar, let it dry, then break the sugar into small lumps. Follow the same procedure as above.

CHAI TEA CONCENTRATE MIX



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I've tried the powdered versions but this one has the best flavor to me. I love this iced for the warm Florida days but it's lovely in a cup of hot tea after dinner with a cookie. Try stirring it into a milkshake- mmmmm!!

Provided by Teresa Jacobson

Categories     Other Drinks

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
5 tsp ground cardamom
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp ground black or white pepper
1/2 tsp freshly ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. In a mason jar, combine all ingredients well. Store in refrigerator.
  • 2. TO USE: stir 1 Tbl. of mix into a 8 oz. hot tea of choice. Try it with different flavors of tea. Pour over ice or drink hot.

CHAI TEA LATTE MIX



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I was looking for a recipe for my new vanilla powder that I got from MY Spice Sage.com. I found this wonderful drink mix. Easy to make and taste is wonderful. Not to spicy and nice and creamy. This is not a low calorie drink. Must be why it taste so good. Recipe:Chi Latte Mix Recipe; Susan Kithin @ www.myspicesage.com

Provided by deb baldwin

Categories     Hot Drinks

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 c dry milk powder
2 c coffee creamer powder
2 Tbsp cinnamon, ground
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp ground ginger
1/8 tsp salt & a pinch of white pepper (option)
1/2 tsp ground cardamom (i did not have at this time)
2 c white sugar (or turbinado sugar, if preferred)
1 tsp vanilla powder
3 Tbsp instant black tea powder ( i used 100% instant reg. tea)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together all ingredients, mixing well. Put in an airtight container. Turn container from time to time to keep ingredients mixed well. I used a zip lock bag.
  • 2. Use 2 1/2 Tablespoons of mix per 12-14 oz of very hot water. Let steep for a minute or two before drinking. If you can't find black tea powder, just brew a cup of black tea and add 2 rounded tbsp of mix into the tea, stirring well. I like 3 heaping tablespoons in my cup.

CHAI TEA LATTE MIX



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Any time of the year is the perfect time for some simple comfort. Drink mixes are easy and lovely as gifts in a jar.

Provided by Penny Hall

Categories     Hot Drinks

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 c powdered nondairy creamer, divided
2 Tbsp packed brown sugar
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1/2 tsp round cardamom
3/4 c instant unsweetened tea
1/2 tsp round cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
3 Tbsp nonfat dry milk
1/2 tsp round ginger
1/4 c granulated sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Combine 1/3 cup creamer,brown sugar, allspice, and cardamom: stir well. Pour into decorative jar with tight-fitting lid: pack down well. Add 1/4 cup tea: pack down well. Combine 1/3 cup creamer, cinnamon, and cloves: stir well. Add to jar: pack down well. Add 1/4 cuup tea: pack down well. Combine remaining 1/3 cup creamer, dry milk, and ginger: stir well. Add to jar: pack down well. Add remaining 1/4 cup tea and granulated sugar: pack down well. Seal jar. Cover top of jar with fabric. Attach gift tag to jar with raffia or ribbon.
  • 2. To make 1 serving: 2 tablespoons Chai Tea Latte Mix, 1 cup hot milk, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon honey. 1. Pour contents of jar into large bowl. Stir until well blended. Pour mixture back into jar. 2. For single serving, spoon Chai Tea Late Mix into cup or mug. Add hot milk: stir to dissolve. Sweeten with honey to taste. Serve hot.

Tips:

  • Choose High-Quality Spices: Opt for whole spices for the freshest and most flavorful chai experience. If using pre-ground spices, ensure they are fresh and stored properly.
  • Balance the Spices: Adjust the spice proportions to suit your preferences. For a milder chai, use less ginger and pepper. For a stronger, more robust flavor, increase these spices.
  • Freshly Brewed Tea: Use freshly brewed black tea for the best flavor. Avoid using tea bags, as they may impart a bitter taste.
  • Sweetener of Choice: Use your preferred sweetener, such as honey, sugar, or a sugar substitute, to adjust the sweetness to your liking.
  • Milk or Non-Dairy Alternatives: Use whole milk or your favorite non-dairy milk alternative, such as almond, soy, or oat milk, for a creamy and flavorful chai.
  • Stovetop or Microwave: Both stovetop and microwave methods are provided for making chai tea. Choose the method that best suits your kitchen setup and preference.
  • Chai Concentrate: For a concentrated chai that can be diluted with hot water or milk, simmer the spices and tea leaves for a longer duration, then strain and store the concentrate in the refrigerator for later use.
  • Variations: Experiment with different spices, such as cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, or star anise, to create your unique chai blend.

Conclusion:

Chai tea is a versatile and customizable beverage that offers a warm and comforting experience. Whether you prefer a traditional Indian chai or a more modern variation, these recipes provide a range of options to suit every taste. Enjoy the flavors of chai tea as a delightful addition to your daily routine or as a special treat to share with loved ones.

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