Spiced Chai Tea Smoothie
Indulge in the cozy, aromatic flavors of a Spiced Chai Tea Smoothie—a perfect fusion of creamy decadence and invigorating spice. This quick and easy recipe transforms your favorite chai tea into a refreshing, nutrient-packed treat by blending chilled brewed chai with frozen banana, creamy Greek yogurt, and unsweetened almond milk. Warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom infuse every sip with a comforting depth, while a hint of maple syrup or honey balances the flavor with natural sweetness. Finished with an optional sprinkle of spice, this smoothie is a delightful way to enjoy the essence of chai in a chilled, frothy form. Ready in just minutes, it’s perfect for breakfast, a midday pick-me-up, or even dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chai tea (brewed and chilled)
- 1 medium Frozen banana
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup (or honey)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Brew a strong cup of chai tea and allow it to chill completely in the refrigerator. This step can be done ahead of time.
In a blender, combine the chilled chai tea, frozen banana, almond milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, vanilla extract, and ice cubes.
Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding a bit more maple syrup or honey.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and optionally garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or an extra pinch of cardamom.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Spiced Chai Tea Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 174 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 485 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 641 mg | 14% | |
*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.
