Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Iced Apple Crisp Cream Chai, a homemade version of Starbucks’ seasonal favorite. This refreshing and creamy drink combines the bold spices of chai tea with a smooth apple crisp cream topping for a perfect fall-inspired treat. Whether it’s a cool afternoon or a cozy day at home, this drink is quick to make, easy to customize, and just as delicious as the original Starbucks version.
Ingredients
For the Iced Chai Tea Latte:
- 1/2 cup concentrated chai tea
- 1/2 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative like oat milk)
- Ice (to fill the glass)
- Optional: 1-2 tablespoons apple brown sugar syrup (for extra sweetness)
For the Apple Crisp Cream Topping:
- 2 teaspoons apple brown sugar syrup
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 1 tablespoon milk (preferably whole or 2%, or use a dairy-free milk alternative)
Instructions
- Apple Crisp Cream Topping: Chill a small bowl and whisk in the freezer for 10-15 minutes. Combine heavy cream, milk, and apple brown sugar syrup in the chilled bowl. Whisk until thickened and creamy. Return to freezer until needed, then whisk again to desired consistency.
- Iced Apple Crisp Cream Chai Latte: Combine chai concentrate and milk in a 16-ounce cup. Add ice, leaving space at the top. Pour apple crisp cream over the chai. Optionally, sprinkle ground cinnamon on top. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Dairy-Free Version: Swap heavy cream and milk for coconut cream and dairy-free milk.
- Sweetness Adjustments: Customize sweetness with more or less apple brown sugar syrup.
- Storage: Best served fresh; apple crisp cream can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Customize: Add cinnamon, caramel, or nutmeg for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blended, Iced
- Cuisine: Fall, Seasonal Drinks
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink (16 ounces)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg