Homemade Chai
With just a few basic healthy ingredients, this homemade chai tea is a quick and easy recipe, that is also delicious and inexpensive to make.
Today was the first day since June that I did not wear my flip flops. That means only one thing: the cold weather is here. Although yesterday was warm and sunny, today we will dip down to a low of 35 degrees! For me, this chilly weather calls for one of my favorite beverages: homemade chai. With just a few basic ingredients, this recipe is easy, delicious and inexpensive.
Soothing Chai
Ingredients
- 6 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 inch ginger, sliced
- 8 cardamom pods
- 6 whole peppercorns
- 1 bag peppermint tea (or 1 tablespoon loose peppermint tea)
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients in a pot and place on stove over medium heat
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Bring to a boil, then turn down and simmer for 15 minutes
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Strain into mugs
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Serve piping hot with agave and almond milk (optional)
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Equipment
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This recipe for homemade chai tea is simple and, on a cloudy day, very satisfying! Another healing vegan, dairy free, lactose free, gluten-free beverage for a chilly day. Enjoy!
