Vegan Chai Latte
Creamy and delicious drink that is both dairy free and gluten free. This Vegan Chai Latte uses only 8 ingredients and is quite easy to make.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Whisk
- Blender
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz Coconut Milk
- 1 cup Water
- 1-2 pinch Ginger
- 4 Medjool Dates pitted
- 1 Star Anise
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1-2 pinch Cardamom
- 1 pinch Clove
Instructions
- Place a medium saucepan on the stove.
- On a cutting board, use a knife and cut open 4 Medjool dates and remove the pits.
- Shake the can of Coconut Milk well, then open the can and empty the Coconut Milk into the saucepan.
- Measure and then add the 1-2 pinch Powdered Ginger, 1 Star Anise, 1/2 tsp Cinnamon, 1-2 pinch Cardamom, and 1 pinch Clove to the Coconut Milk in the saucepan and mix well with a spatula.
- On a cutting board, use a knife and cut open 4 Medjool dates and remove the pits. Add the pitted dates to the saucepan.
- Turn the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a boil stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and then simmer covered for 10 minutes.
- Remove the Star Anise from the mixture and toss, making sure to not blend the Star Anise with the rest of the ingredients.
- When done, carefully pour the contents of the saucepan into a blender. Place the lid on the top and add a towel. Make sure to revere the lid insert to allow for venting while processing.
- Pour the drink into a coffee mug, sprinkle with cinnamon if desired, and then enjoy.