Indian Spiced Chai Mocktail with Almond Milk and Honey

Allergens

None

Ingredients

• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk 1/4 cup honey 1 cinnamon stick 6 cardamom pods, crushed 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 star anise 2 black peppercorns 1 tablespoon loose leaf black tea 6 drops of natural vanilla extract Ground cinnamon and almond flakes, for garnish

Instructions

1. a. In a medium saucepan, combine the almond milk, honey, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, star anise, and black peppercorns over medium heat. b. Gently simmer for 5 minutes, then add the loose leaf black tea and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to steep for another 3 4 minutes. c. Strain the chai mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing down on the solids to extract as much flavor as possible. Discard the solids. d. Pour the strained chai into glasses filled with ice and garnish each glass with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and a handful of almond flakes. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of warm spices and cooling almond milk creates a comforting sensation that is both soothing and invigorating.

Notes

This recipe is Paleo-friendly and gluten-free.