Homemade Chai Mix Recipes

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

Ingredients

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.

SPICED CHAI MIX

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One Christmas, my sister-in-law mixed up this drink for our family gathering. I asked for the recipe and have been enjoying it's warm, spicy flavor ever since. It tastes great with a warm blanket and a good book! -Dee Falk, Stromsburg, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield about 5 cups mix (26 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 cups nonfat dry milk powder
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup unsweetened instant tea
3/4 cup vanilla powdered nondairy creamer
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
OPTIONAL GARNISH:
Whipped cream

Steps:

In a food processor, combine all dry ingredients; cover and process until powdery. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months., To prepare 1 serving: Dissolve 3 tablespoons mix in 3/4 cup of boiling water; stir well. Dollop with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HOMEMADE CHAI

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This chai recipe-inspired by versions in India-combines black tea, spices, and milk. The savory notes from black pepper and cardamom in this version give it a wonderful aromatic complexity.

Categories Milk/Cream Tea Non-Alcoholic Ginger Winter Cinnamon Clove Simmer Bon Appétit Drink

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2-inch piece fresh ginger, cut into thin rounds
2 cinnamon sticks
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
10 whole cloves
6 cardamom pods
6 cups cold water
6 bags of black tea (preferably Darjeeling)
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar

Steps:

Combine first 5 ingredients in medium saucepan. Using mallet or back of large spoon, lightly crush or bruise spices. Add 6 cups water; bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover pan, and simmer gently 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Add tea bags and steep 5 minutes. Discard tea bags. Add milk and sugar. Bring tea just to simmer over high heat, whisking until sugar dissolves. Strain chai into teapot and serve hot.