Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam
Sip on this refreshing Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam, perfect for hot summer days. After making this dozens of times, I’ve perfected the balance of sweet and creamy. The vibrant blue color and vanilla scent will make your taste buds dance. Start by steeping the blue tea bags. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Cups and Crispy Feta Fried Eggs Easy Breakfast Recipe.
Why This Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam Is Pure Comfort
- Easy to make with just a few ingredients
- Perfect for hot summer days
- Creamy and sweet with a refreshing blue tea flavor
- Impress your guests with this vibrant drink
What You'll Need for Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Blue tea bags
- Milk
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Ice
- Water
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon juice (optional)
- Optional: Lemon slice for garnish
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Blue tea bags: Use high-quality blue tea bags for the best flavor.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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- Milk frother — Create creamy, velvety cold foam → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam
- Step 1: Steep 4 blue tea bags in 2 cups of boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix 1/4 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into 2 cups of milk until dissolved. Chill in the refrigerator.
- Step 3: Using a milk frother, froth the chilled milk mixture until light and foamy. Add ice to a glass and pour the cooled blue tea over the ice.
- Step 4: Gently spoon the vanilla cold foam on top of the tea. Garnish with a lemon slice if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam
- Common mistake and fix: Don't over-steep the tea bags to avoid bitterness. Five minutes is plenty.
- Pro tip: For a stronger blue tea flavor, use 5 tea bags instead of 4.
- Pro tip: Make a big batch of blue tea and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just reheat and froth the milk as needed.
Storing & Reheating Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover iced blue tea in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Make the blue tea ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. Froth the milk just before serving.
Freezing Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam
Not applicable
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not applicable Microwave: Not applicable
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a less sweet version, reduce the sugar to 3 tablespoons.
- Best substitution: Replace the milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes above.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your cold foam isn't frothing, make sure your milk is cold and use a high-quality milk frother.
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Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Blue tea bags
- Milk
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Ice
- Water
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon juice (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Lemon slice for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Steep 4 blue tea bags in 2 cups of boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix 1/4 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into 2 cups of milk until dissolved. Chill in the refrigerator.
- Step 3: Using a milk frother, froth the chilled milk mixture until light and foamy. Add ice to a glass and pour the cooled blue tea over the ice.
- Step 4: Gently spoon the vanilla cold foam on top of the tea. Garnish with a lemon slice if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: For a less sweet version, reduce the sugar to 3 tablespoons.
- Best substitution: Replace the milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes above.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your cold foam isn't frothing, make sure your milk is cold and use a high-quality milk frother.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover iced blue tea in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not applicable
- Oven reheat: Not applicable
- Microwave reheat: Not applicable
- Make ahead: Make the blue tea ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. Froth the milk just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 3.5g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam FAQs
Yes, make the blue tea ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. Froth the milk just before serving.
Make sure your milk is cold and use a high-quality milk frother. If your frother is not working, try heating the milk slightly and then cooling it before frothing.
No, the air fryer is not suitable for making this drink.
Almond or oat milk can be used as a dairy-free substitute.
You may have over-steeped the tea bags. Five minutes is plenty. If your tea is still bitter, try using less tea bags or reducing the steeping time.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Iced Blue Tea Latte Recipe with Vanilla Cold Foam and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
