Candy Cap Chai Syrup
Candy Cap Chai Syrup
Description
Candy cap mushrooms add a natural maple-like sweetness to this warming chai syrup, infused with cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom. Rich in B vitamins like thiamine and folate, candy cap mushrooms support brain health and the nervous system. Cinnamon and ginger provide anti-inflammatory benefits, while cardamom promotes digestion and relaxation, making this a soothing, feel-good addition to any treat.
Note: This makes more chai blend than you will need for the syrup. Use as needed for tea or more syrup. Store in an airtight container.
Ingredients
Makes about 1¼ cups (300 ml) of syrup Yield
Candy Cap Chai Blend
- 1 cup (20 g) dried candy cap mushrooms, crushed
- 2 Tbsp (10 g) sweet cinnamon chips
- 2 Tbsp (10 g) green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 2 Tbsp (13 g) ginger root, dried
- 1 tsp whole cloves, lightly crushed
- 1 tsp fennel seeds, lightly crushed
- 1 tsp long pepper, lightly crushed
- 1 tsp maca powder
Chai Syrup
- 1½ cups (360 ml) water
- 1 Tbsp (6 g) Candy Cap Chai Blend
- 1 cup (240 ml) maple syrup
Directions
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Step 1
Make the chai blend: In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms, cinnamon chips, cardamom, dried ginger, cloves, fennel, long pepper, and maca. Mix well with a wooden spoon. -
Step 2
Make the chai syrup: Brew the chai blend by putting the water in a small pot. Bring to a boil and add 1 Tbsp of the chai blend. Reduce the heat to medium-low to low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. -
Step 3
Strain the brewed chai into a glass measuring cup and stir in the maple syrup. When it’s cool, transfer to a jar with a lid to store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. This is a chai blend to enjoy as a warming tea infusion, and as a candy cap chai syrup. You can also use this syrup on waffles, in a coconut milk latte, and on yogurt. Try adding a drizzle to buttered cornbread. It’s one of my favorite ways to use this syrup! Enjoy it in lattes, drizzled over waffles, or even on buttered cornbread for a unique and nourishing twist.
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Krystal Mack
Krystal Mack is a designer and social practice artist working in the kitchen with mind, body, and spirit to produce healing tonics to pour with intention.
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