Paleo Masala Chai Mocktail

Allergens

Tree Nuts (Almond Milk), Coconut

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup almond milk
• 2 teaspoons loose leaf Assam tea
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 6 green cardamom pods, crushed
• 4 cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Ice and a pinch of nutmeg for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, combine Assam tea, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and ground ginger. Add 1 cup of water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
2. Strain the spiced tea into a blender, discarding the solids. Add coconut milk, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Divide the chai mixture between two glasses filled with ice. Sprinkle nutmeg on top if desired. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The blend of coconut milk and almond milk creates a creamy texture without using any dairy products, making this mocktail perfect for a Paleo diet.

Notes

This recipe is dairy-free and can be easily adapted to suit a vegan diet by substituting honey with agave or maple syrup.