Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Sip on the perfect summer refresher with this crispy iced blue tea latte recipe. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the creamy vanilla cold foam that tops off this better-than-takeout beverage. The vibrant blue color and refreshing taste will make this your new go-to drink. Keep reading for my best tips, or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chicken Caesar Wrap Recipe for Quick Dinner or Lunch and Easy Sugar Free Blueberry Syrup for Italian Cream Soda.
Why This Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy blue tea flavor with a creamy twist
- Better than takeout, made at home
- Easy to customize with your favorite milk
- Perfect for summer cookouts and gatherings
What You'll Need for Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Strong brewed blue tea
- Milk of choice
- Vanilla extract
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Ice cubes
- Vanilla extract
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Optional: Blueberries
- Optional: Mint leaves
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Blue tea: Use your favorite blue tea or make your own with butterfly pea flowers.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Immersion blender — Ensures smooth, frothy cold foam. → See on Amazon
- High-quality tea infuser — Extracts the most flavor from your tea leaves. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
- Brew tea: Steep blue tea bags in hot water for 5 minutes. Remove bags and let cool.
- Make cold foam: Combine milk, vanilla, and sweetened condensed milk in a jar. Blend until frothy.
- Assemble: Fill glasses with ice. Pour cooled tea over ice, leaving space for cold foam. Spoon or pipe cold foam on top.
- Garnish: Add whipped cream, blueberries, or mint leaves if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overheat the milk for cold foam, as it can cause separation. Keep it under 100°F (38°C).
- Pro tip: For a stronger blue color, add a few drops of blue food coloring to the tea.
- Pro tip: Make a big batch of cold foam and store it in the fridge for easy use throughout the week.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover tea and cold foam separately in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Both tea and cold foam can be made ahead of time.
Freezing Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte 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 stronger blue color, add a few drops of blue food coloring to the tea.
- Best substitution: Use your favorite milk substitute for a dairy-free version.
- Make-ahead: Both tea and cold foam can be made ahead of time.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your cold foam isn't frothy, try using a different milk or blending for a longer period.
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Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Strong brewed blue tea
- Milk of choice
- Vanilla extract
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Ice cubes
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Sweetened condensed milk
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Blueberries
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Brew tea: Steep blue tea bags in hot water for 5 minutes. Remove bags and let cool.
- Make cold foam: Combine milk, vanilla, and sweetened condensed milk in a jar. Blend until frothy.
- Assemble: Fill glasses with ice. Pour cooled tea over ice, leaving space for cold foam. Spoon or pipe cold foam on top.
- Garnish: Add whipped cream, blueberries, or mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a stronger blue color, add a few drops of blue food coloring to the tea.
- Best substitution: Use your favorite milk substitute for a dairy-free version.
- Make-ahead: Both tea and cold foam can be made ahead of time.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your cold foam isn't frothy, try using a different milk or blending for a longer period.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover tea and cold foam separately in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Not applicable.
- Oven reheat: Not applicable.
- Microwave reheat: Not applicable.
- Make ahead: Both tea and cold foam can be made ahead of time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sat. Fat: 4g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam FAQs
Yes, both tea and cold foam can be made ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
Try using a different milk or blending for a longer period. Overheating the milk can also cause separation.
No, the air fryer is not suitable for making iced blue tea latte.
You can use a combination of heavy cream and powdered sugar as a substitute.
Freezing can cause the tea to become watery. It's best to make this drink fresh.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Iced Blue Tea Latte 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!
