Maple-Flakes Chai Tea Mix: A Comforting, Aromatic Blend with a Touch of Natural Sweetness

Chai tea lovers, meet your new favorite cozy beverage. This maple-kissed spice blend delivers the warming flavors of classic chai with an all-natural twist: maple flakes. Make a batch of this mix and store it in an airtight container to enjoy flavorful tea or a soothing latté any time you need a moment of calm.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp fresh ginger, very thinly sliced
• 2 cinnamon sticks, broken into pieces
• 10 green cardamom pods
• 5 whole cloves
• 3 black peppercorns
• ¼ cup black tea leaves (e.g., Darjeeling, Orange Pekoe)
• ¼ cup maple flakes

Instructions

To Prepare the Tea Mix

1. Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
2. Spread the sliced ginger on a baking sheet and bake for about 1 hour or until completely dried. Let cool.
3. In a mortar and pestle (or spice grinder), coarsely crush the cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and peppercorns.
4. In a bowl, combine the crushed spices, dried ginger, black tea leaves, and maple flakes.
5. Store in an airtight jar or tin for up to several weeks.

To Brew Maple-Flakes Chai Tea

• Place 4 tsp of the chai mix into a teapot or infusion ball.
• Pour over 1½ cups of boiling water (or maple water for extra flavor).
• Let steep for 5–7 minutes.
• Strain and enjoy!

To Make a Maple-Flakes Chai Tea Latté

• Place 4 tsp of the chai mix into a teapot or infusion ball.
• Pour in 1 cup boiling water + ½ cup hot milk of your choice (dairy or plant-based).
• Steep for 5–7 minutes, strain, and sip slowly.

Additional Info

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cooking time: 1 hour
• Makes: About 6 servings

Tip: This chai mix also makes a charming homemade gift, just pack it in a small jar with a handwritten label and brewing instructions.

Source: Maple from Canada