Chai Spice Mix

Name: Chai Spice Mix
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 32 servings (8 cups tea mix)
Ingredients: 2 cups sugar; 2 cups unsweetened instant tea; 1-1/2 cups powdered French vanilla nondairy creamer; 1-1/4 cups powdered nondairy creamer; 1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar; 3/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder; 2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg; 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom; 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cloves; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; EACH SERVING:; 1 cup hot 2% milk

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield 32 servings (8 cups tea mix)

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For a spicy morning beverage or afternoon tea that's packed with bold flavor, try this homemade chai tea mix. Combine it with warm milk for a creamy, cozy latte.

Ingredients

2 cups sugar
2 cups unsweetened instant tea
1-1/2 cups powdered French vanilla nondairy creamer
1-1/4 cups powdered nondairy creamer
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
EACH SERVING:
1 cup hot 2% milk

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. In a blender, cover and process tea mixture in batches until powdery. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
To prepare chai tea: Place 1/4 cup mix in a mug. Add hot milk; stir until combined.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup chai tea: 257 calories, 7g fat (5g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein.

I received this recipe from my sister, who got it from a friend in Alaska. This warming drink makes a great Christmas gift. For friends at work, I bought some cute jars with lids. I placed some fabric on top and tied them with ribbon. —Donna Gish, Blue Springs, Missouri

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