Just mix this Easy Keto Chai Tea Mix into a cup of brewed tea for an instant sweet, spicy, creamy chai! This easy recipe is low carb, keto, gluten-free, grain-free, sugar-free, and Trim Healthy Mama friendly.
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I love sweet, creamy, hot keto chai latte on a cold day. One year I even made instant chai tea latte mix and gave it as a gift to friends and relatives. It had powdered milk, powdered creamer, sugar, instant tea powder, and all the chai spices. I decided to give that recipe a makeover this week.
There isn't much that's more relaxing than enjoying a cup of keto chai tea latte at the end of the day. It gets rid of that winter chill and is so comforting. Even the kids will enjoy sipping on a warm mug of it. Now that I have adjusted the recipe, it's even more incredible. This has 0 carbs making it great for low carb, keto, and Trim Healthy Mama.
The secret ingredient in this keto chai latte is Heavy Cream Powder. That is how you can get it creamy without using artificial powdered products. Heavy cream powder is really just powdered milk like you see in the grocery store but with higher fat content. It is just powdered cream. If you don't mind a few more carbs subbing in whole milk powder is ok too.
I love this recipe and this is why:
- It's flavorful and perfectly spicy
- Fits a keto or low-carb diet
- Comforting and warm
- Super easy to make
- Makes a lovely gift
Ingredients in Keto Chai Tea Latte Mix
- sweetener
- heavy cream powder or coconut milk powder
- cinnamon
- ginger
- allspice
- cardamon
- cloves
- nutmeg
Some of these spices are pricey and I don't use them very often which is why I buy whole spices instead of ground. You can just grind them as needed. They can last years and years that way. To be honest, I think my cardamon is about 5 years old and was still fragrant and spicy when freshly ground.
How to Make Chai Mix
Just stir together the ingredients. That's it!
Expert Tip: If you grind whole spices you may want to put them through a mesh strainer to remove any large pieces.
How To Serve Keto Chai Tea Latte Mix
I decided not to use instant tea mix in this recipe. It really isn't much harder to steep a couple of bags of tea. The benefits of doing it this way are: you can choose your favorite variety of black tea, it's cheaper, and it's less processed. I made this with Oolong tea bags, and it was amazing.
You will need to put 2 tea bags in a large mug and pour 12 ounces of boiling water on top. Allow the tea to sit and steep for a few minutes or until it's the strength you prefer.
Then mix in 3-4 teaspoons of the homemade keto chai tea mix and stir well. Then add in a drop or two of vanilla if desired and enjoy!
Easy Chai Tea Mix Variations
To make this a fuel pull, just leave out the heavy cream powder and add almond milk after you add the mix. Start with 1 tablespoon of the mix and taste.
To make this chai tea latte dairy free just leave out the heavy cream powder and add a splash of coconut milk after you add the mix. Start with 1 tablespoon of the mix and taste.
Or use coconut milk powder.
Can I Make This An Iced Keto Chai Tea Latte?
Yep! It's very important that you mix it with the boiling water as directed. Then let it cool down for several minutes. After it's cooled down, pour it over a glass that has been filled to the top with ice cubes. Depending on how hot the mixture is when you pour it on, the ice may melt quickly, so you may need to add more. If the ice melts, it will be a little watered down. To combat this, you may want to add another teaspoon of the mix to the water before you make the iced latte.
Another option is to blend ice along with the prepared mix until it's smooth and creamy. Add some whipped cream and sprinkle some cinnamon on top and enjoy.
Is Traditional Pre-Made Chai Tea Keto?
Yes, and no. You can buy tea bags that are flavored chai tea that does fit into a low-carb diet. However, there are many mixes you can buy that are not keto at all. Most have tons of added sugar and other processed ingredients that aren't low carb.
It's also important to note that if you head into a coffee shop and order a chai tea, it's almost certainly going to be loaded with sugars and other stuff you probably don't want. So, be mindful and ask them what the ingredients are before you start sipping away. Or stick to making it at home with this keto chai tea latte instead. Try this sugar-free Russian tea recipe too!
How Long Does The Mix Last?
The keto chai latte mix will actually last several months if you keep it airtight. A mason jar is a fantastic storage option for keeping the mix airtight, but any sealed container would work. You should store it in a cool, dry spot in your home, away from any sources of heat. It shouldn't be near the stove, oven, sunlight, or near the dishwasher.
Any kind of moisture will cause the mix to go bad very quickly. So keeping it dry is essential if you want to have it on hand.
Giving this as gifts? I made some cute little tags you can include. You can get a printable version for free and there are 5 per 8.5x11 page (I recommend printing on cardstock).
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📖 Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup Joy Filled Eats Sweetener (or see alternatives in recipe notes)
- ½ cup heavy cream powder
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon each ground allspice cardamon, cloves, nutmeg ***
Instructions
- Whisk together all the ingredients.
To serve:
- Pour 12 oz boiling water over 2 tea bags. Let steep until the desired strength is obtained. Stir in 3-4 tablespoon instant chai tea mix. Add a few drops of vanilla if desired.
Variations:
- To make this a fuel pull just leave out the heavy cream powder and add almond milk after you add the mix. Start with 1 tablespoon of the mix and taste.
- To make this dairy free just leave out the heavy cream powder and add a splash of coconut milk after you add the mix. Start with 1 tablespoon of the mix and taste.
Notes
Nutrition
Originally Published November 18, 2016. Revised and Republished December 19, 2020.
Carmen Moleon says
Hi ,thanks for all your lovely recipes , Do I need to add cloves , cardamom and nutmeg ? Or are they just all included in the ground allspice ?
Taryn says
You add ¼ teaspoon of each: ground allspice, cardamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
Victoria says
You are my hero!! I have tried many low carb chai recipes and disappointed each time. I never heard of heavy cream powder and let me tell you this has been a treat! I made the recipe with almond milk and it was amazing. Thank you 😊
angie says
amazing thank you ...having gestational diabetes...... i really needed this!!!
Angie says
Hey question, so instead of the heavy cream powder can I used Anthony’s coconut milk powder ? And do I still use the same measurements?
Taryn says
Yes
colleen liszkiewicz says
I use coconut milk powder for the recipe all the time. It is delicious
PixieLou says
Did you use ground cardamom or cardamom pods that you ground yourself? I'm wondering because I have black cardamom pods, but not green cardamom pods and I know they are quite different. Just wondering if I can use what I have or if I should buy some ground cardamom.
Taryn says
I ground black cardamon.
Julia Karn says
Can I skip the heavy cream powder and just add heavy cream?
Taryn says
Yes, I think so.
Glo Shirk says
As soon as I saw the chai tea recipe posted, I had an idea to try this mix in a sugar free vanilla ice cream. What instant tea mix & how much would you have put in this recipe if you did that instead of brewing the tea each time? My college age son has requested a chai tea ice cream since that is his new hot beverage addiction. 🙂 not sure if it would work, to dump this whole spice recipe in a quart and half recipe of vanilla ice cream. Would love your thoughts?
Taryn says
I'd try using a tablespoon of one like this and then taste testing: https://amzn.to/2usioXV The ones in the grocery store tend to have fillers like maltodextrin.
Glo says
Thank you so much! Our family enjoys so many of your recipes!
Teresa says
Mixed up a batch tonight! So glad to have an option for keto diet!
Melinda says
Could one use MCT oil powder instead of the heavy cream powder?
Taryn says
You could add it to the hot beverage but that wouldn't work to make the mix.
coll says
Just came across this recipe in the "dairy free" archives....got so excited until I saw the Heavy Cream powder...which is dairy
Taryn says
I give the option to use coconut milk powder instead 😀
Jana says
Do you use black tea?
Taryn says
Yes, I've made it with regular black tea and oolong.
Marilyn says
Wow, Wow, and more WOW! I can't believe how good this stuff is. (Squealing like a little girl!) First, I had to wait for the heavy cream powder to be delivered. Then, I made a special trip to Penzeys to get the spices I needed. (FYI: I'm a serious spice-a-holic). I have been on a quest to find a replacement for the instant hot chocolate recipe I always made for the winter months. I don't drink coffee and not a fan of hot tea. I can honestly say that I found it. I just got my spices this past Saturday and have had 4 cups of this steaming deliciousness since then (and it's only Monday). I can't thank you enough Taryn. You're my new hero. Oh, and by the way, I NEVER post comments to recipes, so this is a first for me.
Marie says
I didn't care for this too much as a hot tea. However, I added it to a scoop of vanilla whey protein powder and 16 oz. of original unsweetened almond milk, and it was absolutely delicious!!! I will be using this combo as a post workout drink and/or meal replacement.
Jo says
Thanks for this - I had never heard of the heavy cream powder - the one you recommend is currently sold out so I will be looking for alternatives.
Wilderness Family Naturals makes a great Coconut milk powder that dissolves well and tastes great. There is a touch of maltodextrin in it so THM purists might want to avoid, but those wanting the convenience of a dairy free instant might want to check it out.
Leah says
Will this recipe make a pint or half-pint jar?
Taryn says
A little more than a half-pint. I was able to make one to drink and then fill a half-pint jar.
Sarah says
This is awesome! I never even knew there was such a thing as heavy cream powder! I love having mixes ready ahead of time!
Donna says
This is perfect! Enjoying a cup right now and watching my newest Netflix obsession. Nice way to chase away the snowy day. Thank you!
Taryn says
I'm so glad you liked it!
Karen Amberson says
Can you tell me where you purchased heavy cream powder?
Taryn says
From Amazon. The photo of the product is a clickable link to the one I purchased.