Chai Latte Smoothie with Flaxseeds
A creamy vegan chai latte smoothie with nutty flaxseeds—rich, aromatic, energizing, and packed with fiber for the ultimate healthy indulgence.
Ingredients
- Strong brewed chai black tea + spices – ¾ cup, cooled
- Almond milk or oat milk – 1 cup
- Frozen banana – 1 medium
- Maple syrup – 1 tbsp
- Ground flaxseeds – 1 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon – ½ 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 let it cool completely.
- In a blender, add chai, banana, almond milk, and maple syrup.
- Add flaxseeds, cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom.
- Pour in vanilla extract and toss in ice cubes.
- Blend until creamy, thick, and flawless—like your new morning personality.
- Pour into glasses, top with extra flax or chai dust, and serve chilled.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 225 kcal
- Total Fat: 4.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 6.1 g
- Protein: 5.2 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 12%
- Iron: 9%
- Magnesium: 11%
- Potassium: 14%
- Vitamin E: 7%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Grind flaxseeds fresh for better texture and nutrients.
- Add a spoon of almond butter for extra creaminess and protein.
- Chill your chai overnight for deeper spice flavor.
- Swap banana for dates if you like it sweeter and denser.
- Top with toasted coconut flakes for a café-style finishing touch.