Chai Spiced Coconut Milk
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5
Chai Spiced Coconut Milk
Description
This chai-inspired drink uses coconut milk combined with water as a creamy base. Fresh ginger and Medjool dates add natural sweetness and spicy warmth. Whole star anise and ground spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and vanilla extract contribute chai-like aromatic flavors. The ingredients are heated to boiling then simmered to infuse, before removing the large star anise and blending the rest until smooth.
The result is a silky, fragrant beverage with layers of sweet and warming spice balanced by the richness of coconut milk and the brightness of fresh ginger. The drink is served warm and garnished with an extra star anise for visual appeal and a mild licorice scent.
This beverage is suited to cooler weather or any time a comforting spiced drink is desired. The natural sweetness from dates eliminates the need for added sugar, and the spices can be adjusted for intensity according to taste.
Ingredients
- 13.5 oz coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1-2 inch ginger peeled and roughly chopped (depending how spicy you like it, fresh, piece
- 4 Medjool dates pitted
- 1 star anise
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 pinches cardamom
- 1 pinch cloves
- star anise extra whole, for garnish
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a pot on medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Use a spoon to remove the whole star anise. Pour the remaining ingredients into a high-powered blender and blend for one minute, or until smooth.
- Serve in mugs and garnish with extra whole star anise.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger and Medjool dates to ensure vibrant spiced and sweet notes in the drink.
- For serving, choose mugs that retain heat and enhance the presentation of this warm spiced coconut milk.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 521 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 521kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 41g | 63% |
| Saturated Fat | 36g | 180% |
| Sodium | 33mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 755mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin A | 70IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.9mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 6.9mg | 38% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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