Homemade Chai Spice Mix Recipe
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Here's a simple 7-ingredient recipe for homemade chai spice mix, made with ground spices: cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, and black pepper. Chai spice is an Indian spice blend featuring a variety of aromatic and healing spices. This delightful blend will add a touch of magic to your hot beverages and baked goods. This chai spice mix isn’t just great for winter and autumn. Make a batch and keep it on your spice rack all year round.
Notes on ingredients for Chai spice mix
Spices
I used ground cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, cloves, allspice, nutmeg, and green cardamom. I purchased my spices from a local Indian shop because they are much cheaper than the small jars available in supermarkets. If you’d like to enhance this chai spice mix, adding vanilla powder would be a delightful addition. I absolutely love vanilla chai! Buy powdered vanilla online, Vanilla powder is a fine powder made from dried, ground, and processed vanilla beans, offering a concentrated vanilla flavour.
How to use this homemade chai spice mix
The beauty of this easy chai spice mix (other than the fact that it smells SO freaking good) is that it’s really, really versatile.
Add a quarter of a teaspoon of chai spice mix to your tea.
Stir a few pinches of chai spice into your morning coffee and add creamer or milk.
Add half a teaspoon to some warmed milk and add a touch of honey or maple syrup.
I love adding a few pinches of chai spice mix to hot chocolate. I use coconut or oat milk and add a touch of maple syrup; it’s divine.
Add a couple of teaspoons of chai spice mix to baked goods. I love making a chai spice cake. Use the chai spice mix in the icing, too—it’s just so delicious I would then top with candied ginger for decoration. You can also add the chai spice to stewed apples, scones, cookies, or pancakes.
Try making your own chai spice granola. Use this recipe for my gluten-free granola. Add three teaspoons to the mixture and bake. Serve with coconut yoghurt and soft fruits like berries, mangoes, or plums.
NB: If adding the chai spice to drinks remember to strain it before you drink as it might be a little gritty.
Ingredients
Faq’s
What’s the difference between chai spice and pumpkin spice?
While they’re similar, chai spice typically includes black pepper for a spicier kick, whereas pumpkin spice leans sweeter with a strong focus on cinnamon and nutmeg.
What’s the best sweetener to pair with chai spice?
It’s up to your preference! Popular choices include sugar, honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar. Experiment to see what works best for you.
Is chai tea good for your bowels?
Chai tea also contains compounds that can help to relieve constipation. Chai black tea contains compounds that can help to increase intestinal motility, which is the movement of the intestines. Which is why I love drinking it as it really does help with my IBS symptoms.
Is it OK to drink chai everyday?
As a rule of thumb, chai tea contains about one third the amount of caffeine as a regular cup of coffee and about one sixth the amount of a strong cup of coffee. That means you can consume several cups of chai tea a day without the negative side effects associated with several cups of coffee.
Is chai good for your stomach?
A cup of chai tea can be an easy, effective way to soothe nausea and calm upset stomachs. Ginger has been shown to help calm nausea and morning sickness associated with pregnancy, and can help you to feel better if you're feeling queasy or experiencing nausea.
Is chai spice gluten-free?
Yes, the spice blend itself is naturally gluten-free. Just ensure the individual spices you use haven’t been processed in a facility that handles gluten-containing products if you have sensitivities.
Can I make a larger batch of chai spice?
Of course. Just multiply the ingredient quantities to make a bigger batch. Store the mix in a sealed airtight jar, so it stays fresh.It can keep up to a year in your spice rack.
How much chai spice should I use in recipes?
It depends on what you’re making. Start with half a teaspoon to 1 teapsoon or drinks and two teaspoons for small baked goods, and adjust to taste.
What’s the difference between chai spice and pumpkin spice?
While they’re similar, chai spice typically includes black pepper for a spicier kick, whereas pumpkin spice leans sweeter with a strong focus on cinnamon and nutmeg.
Can I make chai spice without black pepper?
Yes, but black pepper adds a slight heat that balances the sweetness of the other spices. You can skip it if preferred.
How do I make homemade masala chai using chai spice?
Simmer 1 cup of water with 1 teaspoon chai spice and 1 teaspoon of black tea leaves. Add 1 cup of milk and sweetener, then strain and serve.
Can I make chai spice sugar?
Yes. Mix chai spice with granulated sugar or brown sugar in your preferred ratio. It’s perfect for sprinkling on baked goods, toast, or warm drinks.
Why I love this recipe
Most of the store bought chai spices are low in flavour due to oxidization and prolonged shelf storage. This chai spice recipe is really bursting with flavour with no added preservatives or so called ‘natural flavours’ that are far from natural.
Its incredably versatile you can use this chai spice mix in hot beverages for a caffiene free fix it adds a touch of magic, use it in baked goods the list is endless.
Its just such a warming and cosy spice to use especailly in the colder months.
Some store bought chai spices add too much cinnamon or not enough of a balance of spices. I like a spicy chai so I made my own.
Not only does this chai spice taste so warming and delicious its also increadly healing with anti inflammatory properties:Yes, chai spices are often considered to have healing properties due to their rich antioxidant and anti-inflammatory content, potentially aiding in digestion, boosting the immune system, and promoting overall well-being. My mother used to swear by drinking a mug of masala chai tea daily to help with health and digestion, and I still drink it daily to this very day.
Here's a more detailed look at the potential healing properties of chai spices:
Spices and their potential benefits:
Ginger:
Known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-nausea properties, ginger can help soothe stomach discomfort and improve digestion.
Cinnamon:
May help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce inflammation, contributing to heart health and potentially lowering blood pressure.
Cardamom:
Possesses antioxidant and antibacterial properties, potentially boosting the immune system and aiding in digestion.
Cloves:
Have been used traditionally for pain relief and may possess antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Black Pepper:
Contains antioxidants and may aid in digestion.
Makes 1 small jar - 5 mins prep time
Step by Step
Recipe
3 tsp ground ginger
4 tsp ground green cardamom
3 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2 tsp vanilla powder ( if you want to make a vanilla chai mix)
Method
All you need to do is mix the spices in a jar. Simple.
Store this in an airtight lidded jar so it stays fresh.
Other similar recipes or would go well with Chai spices
Maple & pecan granola - omit the spices I used in this recipe and replace with the same quantity of chai spice.
Winter granola breakfast bowl - Use the granola recipe above to create this fantastic breakfast bowl that’s vibrant and bursting with flavour that will make your tastebuds dance and sing. Im not kidding!
Chocolate chip cookies - The chai spice would taste amazing, I’m nearly on the floor here drooling! Add 1 teaspoon for a taste elevation that will knock your socks off!
Apple crumble - Add 2 teaspoons of chai spice to the crumble topping for a really comforting and warming pudding.
Hot chocolate - Add 1/2 teaspoon to this hot chocolate recipe.
Fig, blueberry & coconut porridge - Add 1 teaspoon to the porridge for a warming cosy breakfast.
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