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iced chai tea latte

Iced Chai Tea Latte Recipe

Creamy milk blends with unsweetened cocoa powder and sugar into a smooth chocolate base poured over chipped ice and topped with whipped cream. This indulgent iced beverage delivers coffeehouse-quality richness with simple ingredients, complete control over sweetness, and the satisfaction of a café treat made at home in minutes.
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Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups milk
  • 5 teaspoons cocoa powder
  • 5 teaspoons sugar
  • Whipped cream
  • Chipped ice

Method
 

  1. Begin by pouring 4 cups of milk into a blender or mixing container. Add 5 teaspoons of unsweetened cocoa powder and 5 teaspoons of sugar to the milk. Blend or whisk the mixture thoroughly until the cocoa powder and sugar are completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth and well combined. This step guarantees you won't have any gritty texture in your final drink and allows the chocolate flavor to distribute evenly throughout the milk base.
  2. Fill a tall glass with chipped ice, packing it about three-quarters of the way to the top. Pour the prepared cocoa-milk mixture over the ice, stirring gently to combine and chill the drink. The ice will begin to melt slightly, integrating with the mixture and creating the perfect cold, creamy texture.
  3. Top your finished iced chai tea latte generously with whipped cream for an indulgent finishing touch. The whipped cream not only adds richness but also provides a pleasant textural contrast to the cold, smooth drink beneath it. Serve immediately with a straw and spoon, allowing you to enjoy both the creamy mixture and the whipped cream topping together.

Notes

Best Milk Options for Creamy Iced Chai Tea Latte

Whole milk creates the creamiest iced chai latte with rich, smooth texture. Heavy cream adds luxurious depth, while 2% milk offers balanced creaminess. Oat milk froths beautifully and complements spices perfectly. Coconut milk adds tropical warmth, making it ideal for summer iced chai lattes.
Almond milk provides lightweight creaminess without overpowering spices, while cashew milk delivers buttery smoothness. Soy milk froths excellently and creates café-quality texture. Avoid skim milk as it lacks creaminess. Your choice depends on dietary preferences and desired flavor—experiment to find your perfect creamy iced chai latte.