Iced Vanilla Chai Latte Recipe – Your New Summer Favorite!
When the sun is shining and the temperature rises, nothing hits the spot quite like a refreshing iced drink. If you’re a fan of cozy chai spices but want something cool for summer, this Iced Vanilla Chai Latte is about to become your new favorite pick-me-up. It’s creamy, perfectly spiced, lightly sweetened with vanilla, and so easy to make at home—you’ll wonder why you ever bought one at a coffee shop!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✨ Refreshing & Energizing – The bold chai spices with vanilla are cooling and uplifting.
✨ Better than a Café Drink – Save money and skip the lines!
✨ Customizable – Adjust sweetness, milk type, and strength to your liking.
✨ Perfect for Summer – A cozy chai flavor in a refreshing iced version.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 chai tea bags (or 2 tablespoons loose-leaf chai)
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or coconut milk all work)
- 2 tablespoons vanilla syrup (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract + 2 teaspoons sugar/honey)
- Ice cubes
- Optional: whipped cream & a sprinkle of cinnamon for topping
How to Make Iced Vanilla Chai Latte
- Brew the tea – Steep chai tea bags in 1 cup hot water for 5 minutes. Remove bags and let cool slightly.
- Mix with milk & vanilla – In a glass, combine chai tea with milk and vanilla syrup. Stir well.
- Add ice – Fill a tall glass with ice cubes and pour the mixture over.
- Top & serve – Add whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon if desired. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- Stronger chai flavor → Steep the tea longer or use an extra bag.
- Creamier latte → Use half & half or oat milk.
- Sugar-free version → Swap vanilla syrup for sugar-free syrup or stevia.
- Iced dirty chai → Add a shot of espresso for an extra caffeine boost!
