Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Sip on this refreshing Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam, perfect for summer days. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the balance of blueberry and vanilla flavors. The creamy, frothy cold foam is the perfect complement to the sweet, tangy tea. Keep reading for my best tips, including how to make the perfect blue tea base. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Honey Lavender Ice Cream Recipe for Summer and Crispy Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap Recipe for Easy Dinner.
Why This Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam Is Pure Comfort
- Refreshing blueberry flavor
- Creamy vanilla cold foam
- Easy to make and customize
- Perfect for summer days
What You'll Need for Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Blueberries
- Black tea
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon juice
- Optional: Fresh blueberries
- Optional: Mint leaves
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Blueberries: Fresh or frozen both work.
- Milk: Any kind works, adjust sweetness if using unsweetened.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Immersion Blender — Ensures smooth cold foam and easy cleanup. → See on Amazon
- High-quality tea bags — Ensures rich tea flavor. → See on Amazon
How to Make Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
- Make Blue Tea Base: Steep tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove bags, add sugar, and stir until dissolved. Let cool, then refrigerate.
- Make Blueberry Puree: Blend blueberries with sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Strain and set aside.
- Make Vanilla Cold Foam: Whip milk, vanilla, and sugar until thick and frothy.
- Assemble Iced Blue Tea Latte: Fill glass with ice, pour in blue tea base, add blueberry puree, and top with vanilla cold foam.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
- : Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overheat the milk for cold foam. Use room temperature or chilled milk.
- : For a stronger blueberry flavor, add more puree.
- : For a creamier cold foam, use an immersion blender.
Storing & Reheating Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover tea base and blueberry puree in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare tea base and blueberry puree up to 2 days ahead.
Freezing Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Not applicable.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not applicable. Microwave: Not applicable.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a stronger blueberry flavor, use blueberry tea bags instead of regular tea.
- Best substitution: Replace blueberries with raspberries for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare tea base and blueberry puree up to 2 days ahead.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If cold foam isn't thickening, try using a cold milk and whipping by hand or with an immersion blender.
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Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Blueberries
- Black tea
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Milk
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon juice
Optional Toppings
- Fresh blueberries
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Make Blue Tea Base: Steep tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove bags, add sugar, and stir until dissolved. Let cool, then refrigerate.
- Make Blueberry Puree: Blend blueberries with sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Strain and set aside.
- Make Vanilla Cold Foam: Whip milk, vanilla, and sugar until thick and frothy.
- Assemble Iced Blue Tea Latte: Fill glass with ice, pour in blue tea base, add blueberry puree, and top with vanilla cold foam.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a stronger blueberry flavor, use blueberry tea bags instead of regular tea.
- Best substitution: Replace blueberries with raspberries for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare tea base and blueberry puree up to 2 days ahead.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If cold foam isn't thickening, try using a cold milk and whipping by hand or with an immersion blender.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover tea base and blueberry puree in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Not applicable.
- Oven reheat: Not applicable.
- Microwave reheat: Not applicable.
- Make ahead: Prepare tea base and blueberry puree up to 2 days ahead.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 3g
- Carbs: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam FAQs
Yes, prepare tea base and blueberry puree up to 2 days ahead.
Try using a cold milk and whipping by hand or with an immersion blender.
Yes, replace blueberries with raspberries for a different flavor profile.
Easily double or triple the recipe.
Yes, any kind works, adjust sweetness if using unsweetened.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
