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Homemade Chai Spice Mix Recipe

With cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and a few other pantry spices, this homemade blend brings warm, fragrant flavor to oatmeal, baked goods, and your favorite tea. Tucked into a little jar with a handwritten tag, it also makes a thoughtful gift for teachers, neighbors, or anyone who loves a little spice in their life.

Equipment

  • 1 2-ounce spice jar

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon finely ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Add all the spices to a small, dry mixing bowl.
  • Whisk or stir thoroughly, breaking up any small clumps.
  • Transfer the blend into a clean, completely dry jar.
  • Close the lid tightly and label the jar with the name and date.
  • Give the jar a gentle shake before using if the spices have settled.

Notes

That is it! No cooking, waiting, or complicated equipment needed.