Chai Latte Mix
Warm up your days with this easy, homemade Chai Latte Mix, a fragrant blend of black tea, aromatic spices, and creamy powdered milk or dairy-free creamer. Crafted with pantry staples like cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and a touch of black pepper for a hint of spice, this DIY mix creates a perfectly balanced chai latte every time. Optional vanilla powder adds an extra layer of decadence, while a touch of sugar sweetens each sip to perfection. Ready in just 10 minutes, this chai latte mix is perfect for gifting, a quick pick-me-up, or cozying up on chilly mornings. Simply stir it into steaming water and milk for a café-worthy drink in the comfort of home. Store it in an airtight container, and enjoy effortless, flavorful chai lattes for weeks!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Black tea leaves (loose or bags)
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla powder (optional)
- 6 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons Powdered milk or dairy-free powdered creamer
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the black tea leaves, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cardamom, ground cloves, and ground black pepper.
Step 2
If using vanilla powder, add it to the spice mixture and stir well to evenly combine.
Step 3
Add the granulated sugar and powdered milk (or powdered creamer) to the spice mixture.
Step 4
Whisk all the ingredients thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
Step 5
Transfer the chai latte mix to an airtight container for storage. Keep in a cool, dry place for up to 2 months.
Step 6
To prepare a chai latte, heat 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of milk (or plant-based milk) in a small saucepan until steaming. Alternatively, use a microwave to heat the liquids in a microwave-safe mug.
Step 7
Stir in 2 tablespoons of the chai latte mix and whisk or stir until fully dissolved.
Step 8
Serve warm, and enjoy the cozy flavors of your homemade chai latte!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (162.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 618.9 |
| Total Fat 16.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 58.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 229.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 107.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 98.3g | |
| Protein 16.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 620.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 839.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories