Comments on: Cinnamon Chai Cream Pie

By: pkchoma

pkchoma — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 13:49:55 +0000

Mine didn’t set up properly either. Flavor was good though

By: nerdycool

nerdycool — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 20:34:03 +0000

I’m not sure where I went wrong, but my pudding never really set. It was pudding-like when it came off the stove, and hours later when I went to cut into it (straight out of the freezer), the pudding layer was liquidy. It tasted good though. Just not sure I’ll make it again.

By: jessmarie

jessmarie — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 05:18:54 +0000

This was delicious! I made all three steps several days apart, just when I had time. I didn’t have hazelnuts, so used extra almonds to make up the difference, and I don’t have a Springform pan so just used a regular pie pan. It turned out great, even with all these modifications, looked beautiful on the plate, and got rave reviews! A nice, light dessert with yummy autumn-ish flavors. I would love to try this with the hazelnuts next time!

By: Shannon

Shannon — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:12:25 +0000

Hi again!!

Being a Starbucks addict (and having a sister who is a manager), I’m happy to ramble on again.

The chai concentrate by Tazo is, in fact, what Starbucks uses. However, the Tazo concentrate you can buy at the store is very different than what you get when you buy a Chai latte at Starbucks. The one in the store has much more water in it.

Granted, when Starbucks makes a chai latte, they add water and milk to the concentrate. But I always get mine with no water, and I like the very strong flavor. But I’m really happy to hear that you didn’t have problems with the cream whipping. Can’t wait to do this!

By: sprinkledwithflour

sprinkledwithflour — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 02:19:25 +0000

Hi Everyone,
I used the chai concentrate made by Tazo, my sister-in-law turned me onto this, and I believe it is the same brand that Starbucks uses. I find mine at Walmart and Target. I’m sure any brand would work though. You just want to make sure it is already sweetened, or you will need to sweeten the whipped cream yourself. I had no problems with the cream whipping up, but you do need to be careful not to add too much. The amount I used in the recipe gives a subtle chai flavor, not too strong, but just enough for me. You can also make it sweeter to your tastes if you want, but I found the concentrate was sweetened enough for me. If you have any other questions, I’d be glad to help:)

By: megank

megank — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 19:57:18 +0000

Just FYI on the chai concentrate.

Starbucks uses the Tazo brand. You can buy it from their, Starbuck’s, website or most grocery stores are carrying that brand now. I know for sure Wal-Mart does. If you buy it from Star you have to purchase I think 3 at a time. (I might have hit a craving phase at some point to know this.)

I would say Tazo is the best, if you like the spicy/peppery flavor. In my opinion, the Oregon Chai is really sweet.

By: Shannon

Shannon — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 19:03:59 +0000

So, so creative! Will post a review as soon as I make it.

A suggestion for Chai concentrate would be to go to your local Starbucks (if you are into that sort of thing) and ask for the concentrate they use in their stores. It’s much, much more concentrated than what you can buy in the stores. You could buy a chai latte and just ask for no milk or water. Or, hope that you get a lovely barista who just gives it to you.

I say this simply because I am nervous that a more watery concentrate would make it difficult for the heavy cream to whip up. Using the very, very concentrated stuff would mean less water and less of the actual ingredient.

Just a thought. We’ll see what actually happens when I make it. YAY for fall flavors!!

By: shanniebananie

shanniebananie — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 01:55:49 +0000

Will DEF be trying this very soon.

By: inimitablefran

inimitablefran — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 18:43:40 +0000

This looks so, so good. If I can find a way to veganize it, I am so there.

By: beadgirl1981

beadgirl1981 — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 15:15:25 +0000

mmmm Chai and here I am drinking some right now.
Oregon Chai and Tazo Chai are both great, I know I see Oregon brand at walmart and I think you can also buy Tazo at Barns and Noble.
Oregon has more of a vanilla flavor and Tazo is stronger on the spices. Just depends on what your looking for. There are even more brands if you look in the tea bags I don’t remember them all and have not tried them all so can’t comment on the flavor.
If you brew it yourself remember to make it STRONG, and pour some into a cup add some milk and try it. yummy.