Chai Tea Latte Spice Mix with Latte Recipe
My original fave pick me up!
Before I drank coffee, I was all about chai! Okay, it was chai tea frapps at Starbucks, but still… It was my jam! Since those days of overly sugared drinks, I’ve moved away from the tea game for my caffeine jolt in the mornings, but I still love myself a good chai tea if I need an afternoon pick me up, or anytime the weather cools down — the warm spices of this classic flavor just give me allllll the cozy vibes.
A couple weeks ago I shared my Chai Spice Pumpkin Muffins, which was when I first started playing with this homemade mix. I wanted to come up with a way to make my lattes at home, keep the ingredients simple, and skip on the sugared up blends you can buy at the store or over in the drive through. And this is it! Welcome to the simplest spice blend to bring all of the warm weather, cozy flavor into your mug. Whether you' like your tea first thing in the afternoon, or like a latte on the weekend — you need this spice mix in your cabinet!
This chai spice mix is also packed with powerhouse nutritional benefits. Here are just a few from each of the five spices in this master mix:
CINNAMON || antioxidant rich, anti-inflammatory, reduces cholesterol levels, improves insulin sensitivity (1)
GINGER || antioxidant rich, anti-inflammatory, improves digestion, improves brain function, fights infections (2)
CLOVE || antioxidant rich, supports bone health, antibacterial, improves liver health (3)
CARDAMOM || anti-inflammatory, diuretic, improves digestive health, supports oral health, antimicrobial. (4)
NUTMEG || antioxidant rich, anti-inflammatory, may improve libido, antibacterial, improves mood, improves blood sugar control (5)
Long story short — if you’re looking for a health focused sip, this is it! Keep your body and mind healthy by adding this spice mix into your baked goods, morning oatmeal, and into your homemade chai lattes (recipe follows) any day of the week!
*Want more nutrition info?? Check the links at the bottom of this post for some science-based sources.
Chai Spice Mix
Prep Time: 5 min
Servings: 18
INGREDIENTS
3 Tbsp. cinnamon, ground
2 Tbsp. ginger, ground
1 tsp. cloves, ground
1 tsp. cardamom, ground
1 tsp. nutmeg, ground
INSTRUCTIONS
Grab a clean, medium mason jar.
Add all five spices into the jar.
Close and seal the jar. Shake to mix completely.
Save in your spice cabinet for baking, lattes, and more!
NUTRITION INFO (1 TSP)
Not a significant source of calories to calculate nutrition facts.
Chai Tea Latte
Prep Time: 5 min
Servings: 1
INGREDIENTS
1/2 - 1 tsp. Chai Spice Mix
8 oz. black tea, brewed
4 oz. milk of choice
1 Tbsp. maple syrup
*Optional: 1 scoop collagen peptides
INSTRUCTIONS
In a mug of your choice, add the Chai Spice Mix and collagen, if using.
Pour in the brewed black tea, stir to dissolve spice mix.
Add maple syrup. Stir again to dissolve.
Pour in milk of choice and stir to combine. *Use a frother for extra ooomph in your stir!
Serve!
NUTRITION INFO (1 LATTE with almond milk & collagen)
Calories: 105, Fat: 1g, Carbohydrates: 14g, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 13g, Added Sugar: 13g, Protein: 10g
xx,
mallory