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Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte

Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte

This Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte is a caffeine-free delight that transforms from blue to purple with lemon juice, offering a visually stunning drink perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: International
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Tea
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Butterfly Pea Flowers This main ingredient provides the distinct blue hue.
  • 2 cups Hot Water Essential for steeping.
For the Latte
  • 1 cup Milk (Dairy or Plant-Based) Almond, coconut, or oat milk can be used.
  • 1-2 teaspoons Honey or Sweetener Optional for boosting flavor.
  • 1 cup Ice Cubes Necessary for serving chilled.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Optional for color transformation.

Equipment

  • Kettle
  • Heatproof Container
  • milk frother
  • tall glass

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by boiling water in a kettle until it reaches a rolling boil. Place dried butterfly pea flowers in a heatproof container and pour the boiling water over them. Allow the flowers to steep for 5-7 minutes until the water transforms into a vibrant blue. Once steeped, strain the tea to remove the flowers and let it cool to room temperature.
  2. While the butterfly pea tea is still warm, add 1-2 teaspoons of honey or your preferred sweetener. Stir gently until fully dissolved.
  3. In a separate container, pour your preferred dairy or plant-based milk, filling it about halfway. Use a milk frother to froth the milk until it becomes light and airy.
  4. Take a tall glass and fill it with ice cubes. Pour the cooled sweetened butterfly pea tea over the ice, filling the glass about halfway. Slowly add the frothed milk on top of the tea.
  5. If you’d like to see some magic, add a splash of lemon juice to your layered drink.
  6. To finish, consider garnishing your drink with a few whole butterfly pea flowers for an elegant touch. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality dried butterfly pea flowers for the best flavor and vibrant color. Sweeten while the tea is warm to ensure proper dissolution.

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