High Protein Dirty Chai Latte
Elevate your daily caffeine fix with this High Protein Dirty Chai Latte—a delicious blend of bold espresso, spiced chai, and creamy almond milk packed with a boost of vanilla protein powder. Perfect for busy mornings or post-workout pick-me-ups, this energizing drink combines the aromatic warmth of cinnamon and ginger with just a touch of natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup. A quick blend ensures a frothy, smoothie-like consistency, while a sprinkle of cinnamon adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this protein-packed take on the classic dirty chai latte is a flavorful way to fuel your day and stay on track with your health goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bag chai tea bag
- 120 ml boiling water
- 60 ml strong brewed espresso
- 240 ml unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 4 ice cubes
Instructions
Begin by steeping the chai tea bag in 120 ml of boiling water for about 3-4 minutes or according to package instructions. Remove the tea bag once the desired strength is achieved.
Prepare a strong shot of espresso using your preferred brewing method. Set aside.
In a blender, add the unsweetened almond milk, vanilla protein powder, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, honey or maple syrup, and ice cubes.
Pour the steeped chai tea and the brewed espresso into the blender.
Blend all ingredients on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and frothy, about 30 seconds.
Taste and adjust the sweetness if necessary by adding a little more honey or maple syrup.
Pour the High Protein Dirty Chai Latte into a large glass or mug.
Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top for garnish.
Serve immediately, and enjoy your energizing, high-protein latte!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.4 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 309 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 646 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 7% | |
*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.
