Keto Chai Tea Recipe

Learn how to make this homemade keto chai tea mocktail – a creamy, spice-infused alcohol-free drink that's perfectly low-carb. This easy mocktail recipe combines warming spices with coconut cream for the best guilt-free indulgence that tastes like a barista-made chai latte without the carbs.

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

10 mins

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Serves:

1 mocktail

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">240ml strongly brewed black tea (or rooibos for caffeine-free)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60ml full-fat coconut milk</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tablespoon erythritol or monk fruit sweetener (to taste)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">½ teaspoon ground cinnamon</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">¼ teaspoon ground ginger</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Pinch of ground cloves</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Pinch of ground black pepper</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">¼ teaspoon vanilla extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Cinnamon stick for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Star anise for garnish (optional)</li></ul>

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Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Small saucepan</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Whisk</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Fine mesh strainer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Heat-resistant glass mug</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Brew your black tea stronger than usual (using about 1.5x the amount of tea you'd normally use) and set aside. The robust tea base is essential as it will be diluted slightly with the coconut milk while still maintaining those deep, complex tea flavors.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the coconut milk until it begins to simmer gently at the edges. Be careful not to boil, as high heat can cause separation of the fat in coconut milk and affect the creamy texture.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Add all your spices (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and black pepper) to the warming coconut milk. The gentle heat activates the essential oils in the spices, releasing their aromatic compounds and infusing the coconut milk with their warming properties.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Whisk in your keto-friendly sweetener until completely dissolved. Different sweeteners have varying levels of sweetness, so start with less and adjust to your taste preference. Remember that spices will intensify as they steep.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Remove from heat and add the vanilla extract, stirring to incorporate. Adding vanilla after removing from heat preserves its delicate aromatic compounds that would otherwise evaporate with prolonged heating.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Pour the hot brewed tea into your heat-resistant glass mug, filling about ⅔ of the way.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Strain the spiced coconut milk mixture through a fine mesh strainer directly into your tea. This removes any fibrous bits of spice while preserving the infused flavor. Pour slowly along the side of the glass to create a beautiful layered effect.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Gently stir to combine the tea and spiced coconut milk. You'll notice the mocktail taking on a beautiful caramel color as the ingredients meld together.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4>Garnish with a cinnamon stick and star anise if using. These not only create a visually appealing presentation but continue to infuse subtle flavor notes as you sip.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Keto Chai Tea Recipe?

This warming mocktail combines strongly brewed black tea (or rooibos), full-fat coconut milk, keto-friendly sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit), warming spices (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, black pepper), vanilla extract, and garnishes like cinnamon sticks and star anise.

How to make Keto Chai Tea Recipe at home?

Learn how to make Keto Chai Tea Recipe at home by brewing strong black tea, warming coconut milk with aromatic spices, adding keto-friendly sweetener and vanilla, then combining them for a creamy, low-carb indulgence. The entire process takes just 10 minutes and creates a barista-quality drink without the carbohydrates.

Can I make this chai tea mocktail ahead of time and reheat it?

Yes, you can prepare this spiced chai mocktail in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, warm gently on the stovetop rather than microwaving to prevent separation of the coconut milk and maintain the creamy texture.

What's the best tea to use as the base for a keto-friendly chai mocktail?

Assam or Ceylon black teas work brilliantly as they provide robust flavour that stands up to the spices. For a caffeine-free option, rooibos tea offers a naturally sweet, earthy base that complements the warming spices while remaining low in carbohydrates.

Why does this spiced chai mocktail have black pepper in it?

Black pepper is a traditional chai spice that adds subtle heat and complexity. It contains piperine, which enhances the bioavailability of curcumin in ginger and other beneficial compounds in the spices. Just a pinch creates depth without making the drink spicy.

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