You Like a Meal-Replacing Smoothie? Try Vanilla Chai Smoothie

Vanilla Chai Smoothie is a creamy, spiced delight that perfectly balances the warmth of chai spices with the smooth sweetness of vanilla.

It’s one of the refreshing yet cozy drinks that make for a delicious breakfast, afternoon pick-me-up, or post-workout treat.

Serve it with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top or alongside a light snack for a satisfying experience.

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Vanilla Chai Smoothie

Vanilla Chai Smoothie is a creamy, spiced delight that perfectly balances the warmth of chai spices with the smooth sweetness of vanilla.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Course Beverage

Cuisine Fusion

Servings 2

Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

• Blender
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Knife for banana, if using
• Glasses for serving

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup unsweetened chai tea brewed and cooled
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or dairy milk
• 1 frozen banana for creaminess
• ½ cup  Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for dairy-free
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground ginger
• ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg
• ⅛ tsp ground cloves optional, for extra spice
• ½ cup ice cubes optional, for a thicker smoothie

Instructions

 

• Brew the chai tea ahead of time and let it cool completely. You can also use store-bought chai tea for convenience.

  In a blender, add the chai tea, almond milk, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and spices.
  
• Blend on high until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a thicker smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again.

  Taste and adjust the sweetness or spice levels as needed.
  
• Pour into glasses and optionally sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon on top.

  Serve immediately and enjoy!
  

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Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 220
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 4g

Cooking Tips:

• If you don’t have a frozen banana, you can use fresh banana and add extra ice cubes for thickness.
• Swap Greek yogurt for protein powder if you want a high-protein version.
• For a richer taste, use oat milk or coconut milk instead of almond milk.
• If you love spice, add a tiny pinch of black pepper to enhance the chai flavor.

Keyword Chai, Gluten Free, HealthyMeals, Vanilla

How About Alternative Ingredients for this Recipe?

If you want to switch things up in your Vanilla Chai Smoothie, there are plenty of great alternatives. Instead of chai tea, you can use chai concentrate for a bolder flavor or swap it for spiced black tea if you prefer something milder.

For the milk, oat milk will give you a creamier texture, coconut milk adds a tropical twist, and regular dairy milk works if you’re not avoiding lactose.

When it comes to sweeteners, you can replace honey or maple syrup with agave syrup, date syrup, coconut sugar, or even a sugar-free option like stevia if you’re watching your sugar intake. If you don’t want to use bananas, try frozen mango, pear, or even cooked sweet potato for a similar creamy consistency.

For dairy-free alternatives to Greek yogurt, coconut yogurt, cashew yogurt, or silken tofu will all work while still keeping the smoothie rich and smooth. If you’re out of individual chai spices, using a half teaspoon of pumpkin spice mix is an easy swap.

For a little extra warmth, add a pinch of cardamom or black pepper to enhance the chai flavor.

Summary

Vanilla Chai Smoothie is the perfect blend of warmth and refreshment, bringing together creamy textures and cozy spices in one delicious drink.

With so many ingredient swaps available, you can easily customize it to fit your taste and dietary preferences.