Dairy-Free Traditional Thai Tea
Experience the bold, aromatic flavors of Thailand with this Dairy-Free Traditional Thai Tea recipe, crafted to bring the authentic taste of classic Thai tea without the use of dairy. Featuring a robust Thai tea mix steeped to perfection and sweetened with cane sugar, this recipe is beautifully lightened with a creamy blend of coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk for a velvety smooth texture. Infused with a hint of vanilla, every sip is rich, indulgent, and perfect for cooling down on a warm day. Ready in just 20 minutes and best served over ice, this delightful beverage is not only easy to prepare but also ideal for those following dairy-free diets or looking for a healthier twist on a beloved classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Thai tea mix (loose leaf)
- 2 cups Water
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tablespoons Cane sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add 4 tablespoons of Thai tea mix. Stir gently and let the tea simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the tea steep for another 5 minutes to enhance the flavor.
Strain the tea using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove the tea leaves and transfer the brewed tea to a heat-safe pitcher or bowl.
While the tea is still warm, add 3 tablespoons of cane sugar and stir until dissolved. Let the tea cool to room temperature.
In a separate small saucepan, gently warm 1 cup of coconut milk with 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract over low heat. Do not boil.
To assemble the drink, fill two glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the cooled Thai tea over the ice, filling each glass about 2/3 full.
Top each glass with a mixture of warm coconut milk and 0.5 cups of unsweetened almond milk, leaving a bit of space at the top for stirring.
Stir gently to combine the layers before serving. Enjoy your dairy-free traditional Thai tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 127 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 264 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
