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Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte

Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte

Enjoy a colorful caffeine-free treat with this Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte that dazzles with a vibrant color transformation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: International
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Butterfly Pea Flowers Main flavor component; tea bag can substitute if needed.
  • 2 cups Hot Water Essential for steeping; boiling water activates the vibrant color and flavor.
For the Latte
  • 1 cup Milk Provides creaminess; choose dairy or plant-based options like almond, coconut, or oat milk.
  • 1 tablespoon Sweetener (honey or agave) Balances the earthy flavor; adjust according to your preference.
  • 1 cup Ice Cubes Necessary for serving the drink chilled.
Optional Additions
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice Enhances flavor and sparks the color transformation.
  • Garnish (fresh or dried butterfly pea flowers) Adds visual appeal and continues the herbal theme.

Equipment

  • kettle
  • Heatproof Container
  • strainer
  • Milk frother
  • Glass

Method
 

Step-by-step Instructions
  1. Boil water until rolling. Place 2 tablespoons of dried butterfly pea flowers in a heatproof container and pour hot water over them. Steep for 5-7 minutes until the water turns vibrant blue. Strain and let cool.
  2. While tea is warm, add preferred sweetener and stir until dissolved.
  3. Pour in your milk and froth using a milk frother or shake in a sealed jar for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour cooled butterfly pea tea over ice until glass is half full. Slowly pour frothed milk over the tea.
  5. Optionally, drizzle over fresh lemon juice for an extra zing.
  6. Garnish with fresh or dried butterfly pea flowers before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the freshest dried butterfly pea flowers for best results. Adjust steeping time to preference and avoid boiling the tea directly to prevent bitterness.

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