Description
A visually stunning and soothing Blue Latte made using Butterfly Pea flowers or powder, combined with creamy milk and a touch of sweetness. Available as a chilled iced latte or a comforting hot beverage, this recipe provides step-by-step instructions for making the perfect layered iced drink or a warm relaxing cup.
Ingredients
Scale
Iced Butterfly Pea Blue Latte (for a 330ml glass)
- 12 to 14 dried Butterfly pea flowers (or ½ tsp Butterfly pea powder/Blue matcha)
- ½ cup (120 ml) water, heated until almost boiling
- ¾ cup (170 ml) milk (any type)
- 1 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (or any sweetener)
- Ice cubes
Hot Butterfly Pea Blue Latte (for a 200ml cup)
- 8 to 10 dried Butterfly pea flowers (or ¼ tsp Butterfly pea powder/Blue matcha)
- ¼ cup (50 ml) water, heated until almost boiling
- ¾ cup (150 ml) milk (any type)
- ½ tbsp sweetened condensed milk (or any sweetener)
Instructions
- Prepare Butterfly Pea Tea: For iced latte, steep 12-14 dried butterfly pea flowers in ½ cup (120 ml) nearly boiling water for 7-8 minutes. For hot latte, steep 8-10 flowers in ¼ cup (50 ml) water similarly. If using butterfly pea powder, whisk ½ tsp (iced) or ¼ tsp (hot) powder thoroughly into warm water until fully dissolved for a smooth blue tea without clumps.
- Prepare Milk Mixture: For iced latte, mix ¾ cup (170 ml) milk with 1 tbsp sweetened condensed milk in a separate glass. For hot latte, heat ¾ cup (150 ml) milk on medium-low heat until steaming and gently boiling, then stir in ½ tbsp sweetened condensed milk until fully combined.
- Finish Butterfly Pea Tea: After steeping flowers for 7-8 minutes, press them with a spoon to release more color. Strain the flowers out and set aside the vibrant deep blue tea, allow to cool for iced latte before use.
- Assemble Iced Blue Latte: Fill your glass ¾ full with ice cubes. Pour in the milk and sweetened condensed milk mixture up to ¾ of the glass. Slowly and gently pour cooled blue tea over the milk mixture to create beautiful layered effect. Optionally, add frothed milk, whipped cream, or butterfly pea powder/flower garnish on top.
- Assemble Hot Blue Latte: Pour the hot blue butterfly pea tea gently into the cup containing the heated milk mixed with sweetened condensed milk. Stir well to combine. Optionally, add frothed milk or blue milk foam on top, and garnish with dried flowers or powder for decoration.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve iced latte immediately to prevent ice melting and dilution. For hot latte, enjoy warm and cozy as a calming drink.
Notes
- Use a transparent glass or mug to appreciate the vibrant blue color and layering effect.
- Adjust measurement of flowers or powder for a deeper blue color but avoid excessive amounts to prevent bitterness.
- Pre-make butterfly pea tea and keep refrigerated for quicker preparation.
- When using butterfly pea powder, ensure it completely dissolves using a whisk, blender, or mason jar shaking to avoid gritty texture.
- Use warm spices like cinnamon, cardamom, clove, nutmeg, or chai masala in hot latte milk for added flavor.
- Serve iced latte immediately to avoid dilution from melting ice.
- Milk can boil and overflow quickly when heating, so watch carefully and remove from heat as soon as it starts boiling.
- Add extra sweetened condensed milk on top or at the bottom of glass for sweet bursts while sipping.
- For layering effect, pour liquids slowly and add ice before milk mixture.
- Butterfly pea flowers can stain teeth if not strained well—strain thoroughly.
- Variations can include dairy-free or vegan milk alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass/cup (330ml iced or 200ml hot)
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
