Chai Latte Smoothie with Cinnamon
A creamy vegan chai latte smoothie infused with cinnamon and warm spices—rich, aromatic, and full of comforting flavor for any time of day.
Ingredients
- Strong brewed chai black tea + spices – ¾ cup, cooled
- Unsweetened almond or oat milk – 1 cup
- Frozen banana – 1 medium
- Maple syrup – 1 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon – ¾ tsp
- Ground ginger – ¼ tsp
- Cardamom powder – ⅛ tsp
- Vanilla extract – ½ tsp
- Ice cubes – ½ cup
Instructions
- Brew chai with black tea and spices, then cool completely.
- Add chai, banana, plant milk, and maple syrup to a blender.
- Sprinkle in cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom for that spiced balance.
- Pour in vanilla extract and ice cubes.
- Blend until smooth and velvety.
- Pour into glasses, dust the top with extra cinnamon, and sip like you’re the CEO of self-care.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 215 kcal
- Total Fat: 3.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 4.3 g
- Protein: 4.5 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 11%
- Iron: 8%
- Potassium: 14%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Vitamin E: 7%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use cinnamon sticks to brew your chai for deeper flavor.
- Add almond butter for a thicker, richer smoothie.
- Top with crushed oats or chia seeds for texture.
- Swap banana for dates if you prefer natural caramel-like sweetness.
- Chill your chai overnight for a smoother, stronger base that screams café-level perfection.