Elana's Pantry Soothing Chai | Homemade Chai Tea Recipe

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With just a few basic healthy ingredients, this homemade chai is easy, delicious and inexpensive.

Today was the first day since June that I did not wear my flip flops. That means only one thing: the cold weather is here.

Although yesterday was warm and sunny, today we will dip down to a low of 35 degrees! For me, this chilly weather calls for one of my favorite beverages: homemade chai. With just a few basic ingredients, this recipe is easy, delicious and inexpensive.

Soothing Chai

6 cups water
2 cinnamon sticks
4 cloves
1 inch ginger, sliced
8 pods cardamom
6 whole peppercorns
1 bag peppermint tea (or 1 tablespoon loose peppermint tea)

Combine all ingredients in a pot and place on stove over medium heat
Bring to a boil, then turn down and simmer for 15 minutes
Strain into mugs
Serve piping hot with agave and almond milk (optional)

Serves 4

This recipe for homemade chai is simple and, on a cloudy day, very satisfying! Another vegan, dairy free, lactose free, gluten free beverage for a chilly day. Enjoy!