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Homemade Vanilla Chai Tea Mix

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword chai tea mix, gift in a jar, homemade drink mix, instant chai latte mix, vanilla chai mix
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 15 mugs
A creamy, spiced vanilla chai powder mixed ahead and stored in a jar. Stir 2 to 3 tablespoons into hot water or milk for a quick mug, or give it as a gift.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup nonfat dry milk powder
  • 1 cup powdered non-dairy creamer
  • 1 cup French vanilla powdered non-dairy creamer
  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened instant tea mix
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper

Directions

  • Process the dry milk, instant tea, and spices until thoroughly mixed and finely ground.
  • Add both creamers and the sugar, then process until you have a fine, even powder.
  • Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot.

Notes

Add 2 to 3 tablespoons to a mug, then stir in hot water or hot milk (milk is richer). Use dry mix within about 6 months; refrigerate prepared drink and use within 3 to 4 days. Gift label idea: 2 to 3 tablespoons per mug of hot water or milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 61g | Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 1.9g | Fat: 2.3g | Saturated Fat: 1.3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 0.9mg | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 51g | Vitamin A: 3.2IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 0.2mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 15 mugs, the mix made with water (milk adds more); unsweetened instant tea mix counted as sweetened lemon instant tea powder. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.