Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam Recipe

Introduction

The Blue Tea Latte is a visually stunning and refreshing drink made from vibrant butterfly pea flowers. Its naturally bright blue color combined with creamy vanilla foam makes it a delightful treat for any time of day.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp dried butterfly pea flowers
• 1 cup hot water
• ⅓ cup ice-cold whole milk (or oat/almond for dairy-free)
• 1 tbsp vanilla syrup (adjust to taste)
• Ice cubes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Brew the blue tea by steeping the butterfly pea flowers in hot water for 5–7 minutes until the water turns a deep blue color. Strain out the flowers and let the tea cool slightly.
2. Step 2: Make the vanilla cold foam by blending the cold milk and vanilla syrup for about 10 seconds until smooth and foamy. If you don’t have a blender, use a frother, French press, or shake it vigorously in a sealed jar.
3. Step 3: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour the cooled blue tea over the ice.
4. Step 4: Slowly spoon or pour the vanilla cold foam on top of the blue tea to keep the layers distinct.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately. You can enjoy it layered for a stunning look or give it a gentle stir for a creamy, dreamy latte.

Tips & Variations

• Use oat or almond milk instead of dairy milk for a vegan option.
• Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the blue tea before adding foam to watch it change from blue to purple, for a fun twist.
• Adjust the vanilla syrup to taste or substitute with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetener.

Storage

Blue Tea Latte is best enjoyed fresh. Store leftover brewed blue tea in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Keep the milk foam refrigerated separately and make fresh foam before serving. Reheating is not recommended as it will affect the foam texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh butterfly pea flowers instead of dried?

Yes, fresh butterfly pea flowers can be used. Use about twice the amount of fresh flowers since they are less concentrated than dried ones.

What if I don’t have vanilla syrup?

You can substitute vanilla syrup with a teaspoon of vanilla extract mixed with a bit of sweetener like honey or maple syrup to taste.

Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam Recipe

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This Blue Tea Latte is a visually stunning and refreshing beverage made with vibrant butterfly pea flower tea, vanilla-flavored cold foam, and ice-cold milk. Naturally caffeine-free and easy to prepare, it’s a perfect drink to enjoy on a warm day or as a unique alternative to your usual latte.

• Author: lina
• Prep Time: 3 minutes
• Cook Time: 7 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: 1 serving 1x
• Category: Beverage
• Method: Blending
• Cuisine: Fusion
• Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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Blue Tea

• 1 tbsp dried butterfly pea flowers
• 1 cup hot water

Vanilla Cold Foam

• ⅓ cup ice-cold whole milk (or oat/almond milk for dairy-free)
• 1 tbsp vanilla syrup (adjust to taste)
• Ice cubes (as needed)

Instructions

1. Brew the blue tea: Steep the dried butterfly pea flowers in 1 cup of hot water for 5 to 7 minutes until the water turns a deep blue color. Strain out the flowers and allow the tea to cool slightly to a warm but not hot temperature.
2. Make the vanilla cold foam: In a blender, combine the ice-cold milk and vanilla syrup. Blend for about 10 seconds until the mixture becomes smooth and foamy. If you don’t have a blender, you can achieve similar results using a frother, French press, or by shaking the mixture vigorously in a sealed jar.
3. Assemble the latte: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour the cooled blue tea over the ice. Then, slowly spoon or pour the vanilla cold foam on top of the tea to create a layered effect.
4. Serve and enjoy: Serve the latte as is to keep the beautiful layers intact, or gently stir to combine the flavors into a creamy and dreamy blue tea latte experience.

Notes

• Use cold milk to achieve the best foam texture.
• Adjust the amount of vanilla syrup to your preferred sweetness.
• For a dairy-free option, substitute whole milk with oat or almond milk.
• Butterfly pea flowers are naturally caffeine-free and add a vibrant blue color without adding flavor.

Keywords: Blue Tea Latte, butterfly pea flower tea, vanilla foam, iced latte, dairy-free latte, caffeine-free drink