Create a Beautiful Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte Recipe
Indulge in the mesmerizing beauty of a homemade Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte. This stunning beverage not only captivates with its color-changing magic but also delights with a refreshing taste that is perfect for any time of day.
- Author: reem
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping, Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Butterfly Pea Tea:
- 2 tablespoons dried butterfly pea flowers
- 2 cups hot water
For the Latte:
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, such as almond or oat)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional for color change)
- Ice cubes
- Edible flowers for garnish (optional)
- Start by steeping the butterfly pea flowers: In a heatproof container, pour the 2 cups of hot water over the dried butterfly pea flowers. Let it steep for about 10-15 minutes until the water turns a deep blue color.
- Strain the tea: Use a fine mesh strainer to remove the butterfly pea flowers, and let the steeped tea cool to room temperature. You can refrigerate this if you prefer a chilled latte.
- Prepare the sweetener: In a small bowl, mix the honey or maple syrup with a splash of warm water to dissolve, making it easier to mix into the latte later.
- Assemble the latte: In a serving glass, add a handful of ice cubes. Pour in the cooled butterfly pea tea, followed by the milk. Stir gently to create a beautiful swirled effect.
- Add color and flavor: If you’d like to create a color-changing effect, add the fresh lemon juice to the butterfly pea tea before topping with milk. Watch as the blue tea turns into vibrant shades of purple!
- Sweeten to taste: Add the sweetened mix from step 3 into the glass. Stir to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Garnish and serve: If desired, top with edible flowers for an extra touch of beauty. Serve immediately and enjoy your beautiful iced butterfly pea flower tea latte!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Butterfly Pea Flower, Tea Latte, Iced Drink, Color Changing Drink