Description
Enjoy a refreshing twist on a classic chai latte with this Iced Cherry Chai recipe, inspired by Starbucks. Featuring a rich cherry cream cold foam layered over spiced chai tea concentrate and milk, this drink offers a perfect balance of creamy, fruity, and spicy flavors for a delightful iced beverage.
Ingredients
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Cherry Cream Cold Foam
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 ½ tbsp cherry syrup
- 1 tbsp whole milk
Iced Chai
- ½ cup chai tea concentrate
- ½ cup milk of choice (2% milk recommended)
- ½ tsp freeze-dried cherries, crushed
- Ice, as needed
Instructions
- Make the Cherry Cream Cold Foam: In a small glass or container, combine 3 tablespoons of heavy cream, 1 ½ tablespoons of cherry syrup, and 1 tablespoon of whole milk. Use a frother or a whisk to whip the mixture for 20-30 seconds until it becomes fully whipped and forms a thick foam. Set this aside for later.
- Prepare the Iced Cherry Chai: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour in ½ cup of chai tea concentrate followed by ½ cup of your preferred milk (2% milk is recommended for optimal creaminess).
- Assemble and Serve: Gently spoon the cherry cream cold foam on top of the iced chai latte. Finish by sprinkling ½ teaspoon of crushed freeze-dried cherries over the foam for an extra burst of cherry flavor and a beautiful presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute 2% milk with any milk alternative such as almond, oat, or soy milk to suit dietary preferences.
- For a stronger cherry flavor, adjust the amount of cherry syrup to your taste.
- If you don’t have chai concentrate, strong brewed chai tea can be used as a substitute, but the flavor may be milder.
- Freeze-dried cherries add texture and enhance the cherry aroma, but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Use an electric frother or handheld whisk for best results with the cherry cream cold foam.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beverage (about 12 ounces)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Iced Chai, Cherry Chai Latte, Starbucks Copycat, Cherry Cold Foam, Iced Tea, Chai Latte, Refreshing Drink
