High Protein Chai Latte
Elevate your morning routine with this creamy, High Protein Chai Latte—a comforting blend of bold chai spices and a nutritional boost to power your day. This recipe combines the warm, aromatic flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom with the richness of vanilla protein powder, all melted into silky almond milk. Ready in just 15 minutes, this beverage is a quick, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free alternative to store-bought lattes. Sweeten it naturally with a touch of honey or maple syrup, if desired, and enjoy it as a post-workout recovery drink or a nourishing afternoon pick-me-up. Perfect for those seeking a flavorful way to add extra protein to their lifestyle, this frothy chai latte is a cozy, health-conscious treat you’ll savor sip after sip!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 2 bags chai tea bags
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup hot water
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 0.5 cup of hot water to a near boil.
Step 2
Add the chai tea bags to the hot water, cover, and let steep for about 5 minutes.
Step 3
While the tea is steeping, in another saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat until warm. Do not let it boil.
Step 4
In a blender, combine the warm almond milk, vanilla protein powder, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, optional honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
Step 5
Once the chai tea is steeped, remove the tea bags and pour the tea into the blender with the other ingredients.
Step 6
Blend on medium speed for 30 seconds until smooth and frothy.
Step 7
Pour the protein chai latte into a large mug and sprinkle a dash of cinnamon on top for garnish.
Step 8
Serve hot and enjoy your nutritious, high-protein chai latte!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 695.9 grams (695.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 380 |
| Total Fat 8.20g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat 1.60g | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g | |
| Cholesterol 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium 601mg | 26% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.70g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.40g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 19.50g | |
| Protein 53.20g | 106% |
| Vitamin D 176IU | 879% |
| Calcium 1275mg | 98% |
| Iron 3mg | 18% |
| Potassium 499mg | 11% |
Source of Calories