Iced Chai Coffee Latte
A spicy fusion of chai tea and espresso, blended with milk and served over ice for a cool and aromatic latte. This cocktails-inspired quick meals ready in about 7 minutes pairs strong brewed chai tea, freshly brewed espresso, whole milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 oz strong brewed chai tea
- 1.5 oz freshly brewed espresso
- 3 oz whole milk
- 0.5 oz honey syrup
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 for garnish cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Step 1: Brew 3 oz of strong chai tea and let it cool to room temperature.
- Step 2: Pull a fresh shot of 1.5 oz espresso and allow it to cool slightly.
- Step 3: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 4: Pour 3 oz whole milk and 0.5 oz honey syrup over the ice.
- Step 5: Add the cooled chai tea and espresso to the glass.
- Step 6: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to combine and chill evenly.
- Step 7: Garnish by resting a cinnamon stick vertically inside the glass for aroma and visual appeal.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Iced Chai Coffee Latte take to make?
Total time is about 7 minutes (7 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Iced Chai Coffee Latte?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep strong brewed chai tea from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Iced Chai Coffee Latte?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Iced Chai Coffee Latte for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Iced Chai Coffee Latte?
Cocktails quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
