By Becky Hardin
Published Sep 28, 2021
An iced chai tea latte is the perfect drink for those last days of summer leading into fall. It always kickstarts the holiday season for me while still keeping me cool and giving me that caffeine fix I so desperately need. It takes just a few minutes to whip up an iced chai with just 3 simple ingredients. This is my favorite drink to sip on while apple picking in early September!
You know that I love my coffee, but sometimes I like to mix things up with a chai latte . I love the warming and sweet flavors of all of those spices. This iced chai latte is a great way to cool down and wake up, and it’s so easy to make at home with a tea bag, milk, and a little bit of sugar.
What’s in This Iced Chai Tea Latte Recipe?
- Chai Tea: You’ll just need 1 tea bag or about 2 teaspoons of loose tea. If using loose tea, I recommend placing it in a tea strainer so you don’t end up with bits of tea leaves in your latte.
- Sugar: Granulated sugar adds a touch of sweetness to the drink. I used just a hint, but you can use more if you prefer a sweeter drink or leave it out completely.
- Milk: Most milks work really well in this iced chai tea latte recipe. Dairy milks will give it a creamier and richer flavor, but you can use almond, soy, or oat milk to keep this dairy-free.
Tips for Success
- You can make this into a warm drink by simply adding the milk to the chai tea when it is still warm, and skipping the ice.
- If you prefer, you can substitute the granulated sweetener for honey or maple syrup.
- Make this iced chai tea latte when you are ready to drink it. If made too far ahead of time, the ice will melt and dilute the drink.
5-Star Review
“So good! Put a tiny splash of vanilla coconut milk creamer in it with the milk and it was AMAZING! Just the right amount of sweetness, Ty!” -Sadie
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 bag chai tea
- ▢ ½ cup water hot (about 175°F)
- ▢ 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or to taste
- ▢ ½ cup milk dairy or non-dairy
Instructions
- Add the tea bag, hot water, and granulated sugar to a small bowl. Allow the mixture to sit for five minutes. 1 bag chai tea, ½ cup water, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Then, remove the tea bag and transfer the tea mixture to the fridge to chill for five minutes.
- Fill a glass with ice and add the chai tea concentrate. Top with milk and stir gently. Enjoy immediately. ½ cup milk
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make an Iced Chai Latte Step by Step
Add 1 chai tea bag, ½ cup of hot water, and 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar to a small bowl. Allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes, stir until the sugar is dissolved, then remove the tea bag and transfer the tea mixture to the fridge to chill for 5 more minutes. Fill a glass with ice and add the chai tea concentrate. Top with ½ cup of milk and stir gently.
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Iced Chai Tea Latte Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 bag chai tea
- ½ cup water hot (about 175°F)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or to taste
- ½ cup milk dairy or non-dairy
Instructions
- Add the tea bag, hot water, and granulated sugar to a small bowl. Allow the mixture to sit for five minutes. 1 bag chai tea, ½ cup water, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Then, remove the tea bag and transfer the tea mixture to the fridge to chill for five minutes.
- Fill a glass with ice and add the chai tea concentrate. Top with milk and stir gently. Enjoy immediately. ½ cup milk
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
