Cool Down with This Easy Iced Vanilla Chai Latte Recipe!

Introduction

When the temperatures rise and you’re craving something refreshing yet flavorful, an Iced Vanilla Chai Latte delivers that perfect balance of creamy sweetness and bold spice. This homemade recipe is both simple to prepare and far more budget-friendly than your local café offering. The aromatic blend of chai spices and the soothing hint of vanilla make it an indulgent treat for any time of day—ideal for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up or as a unique beverage for entertaining guests.

Why This Iced Vanilla Chai Latte is a Crowd Pleaser

This recipe wins over everyone with its irresistible combination of aromatic spices, black tea, creamy milk, and mellow vanilla. It’s quick to craft, adaptable (dairy-free? No problem!), and delivers consistent café-quality flavor every time. With easy-to-find ingredients and no fuss equipment needed, it brings a luxurious coffee shop experience right to your kitchen.

Mixing the Perfect Chai Base

Crafting a balanced chai concentrate is the trick to achieving that signature layered flavor. Whole spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and ginger simmer with black tea, yielding a concentrate that stores beautifully—ideal for prepping ahead. Blending in real vanilla bean or extract after steeping elevates the spice profile with a subtle, inviting creaminess.

How to Assemble Your Iced Vanilla Chai Latte

Once you have your chai concentrate, assembling the latte takes only a minute. Pour the concentrate over ice, top with your preferred milk, and stir in a touch of sweetener and vanilla. A high-powered blender like the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black can be used to blend the mixture for a frothy, café-style finish, or simply shake it in a jar for a creamy texture.

Serving Suggestions for Ultimate Refreshment

Serve your Iced Vanilla Chai Latte in a chilled tumbler like the Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler, 30 oz, Rose Quartz for maximum refreshment. Top with whipped cream and a light dusting of cinnamon for a decadent flourish. For a snack pairing, chai lattes complement fresh fruit, light cookies, or buttery pastries beautifully.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields two generous servings. Each glass (with 2% milk and simple syrup) contains about 120-150 calories, depending on your milk and sweetener choice. For a lighter version, swap in your favorite plant-based milk and a zero-calorie sweetener.

Flavorful Iced Vanilla Chai Latte (Recap)

Spicy yet smooth and naturally sweet, this iced latte is an easy, invigorating way to cool down while treating your tastebuds to café-quality delight—all made fresh from your own kitchen.

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Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine water, cinnamon stick, cardamom, cloves, ginger, peppercorns, and star anise (if using). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes for spicier flavor.
2. Remove from heat, add black tea, and steep for 5 minutes. Strain the liquid into a heatproof container, discarding solids and tea leaves/bags.
3. While still warm, stir in honey or simple syrup and vanilla extract. Cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator.
4. To serve, fill two large glasses with ice. Pour 2/3 cup chai concentrate over the ice in each glass, then top each with 1/2 cup milk. Stir gently to mix.
5. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired. Enjoy immediately!

Weekly Meal Planning

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Planning Benefits:

– Never forget an ingredient thanks to automated lists
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Pro tip: Add this latte alongside a breakfast bowl or afternoon snack in CookifyAI’s planner, and watch as your ingredients overlap—ensuring you purchase just the right amount of milk, honey, or tea.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes