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Chai Cream Frappe

Cozy, spiced, milkshake-style bliss: double-strength chai, milk, and ice—finished with cream and a cinnamon cloud.

Yield: 1 large Active: 5 min Total: 8 min Level: Easy
Chai cream frappe topped with whipped cream and cinnamon
Blend short (10–12 sec) to keep it thick and frosty.

Method

  1. Brew: Make double-strength chai (2 sachets in 4 oz / 120 ml water, 5–7 min). Cool completely.
  2. Blend: Add chai, milk, ice, and sweetener to a blender; blend 10–12 seconds just until smooth and thick.
  3. Finish: Pour into a chilled glass, top with whipped cream and cinnamon. Serve immediately.

Pinch of salt = spice pop. If your chai is delicate, use 3 sachets.

Tips

  • Use robust black-tea chai so spices survive blending.
  • Short blend to avoid thinning the texture.
  • Chill glassware for the frosty ring.

Storage

Best made to order. Pre-brew chai up to 48h ahead and keep chilled.

Variations

  • Dirty Chai: marble in a hot espresso shot post-blend.
  • Coconut Chai: swap half the dairy for coconut milk.
  • Chocolate Chai: add 15 ml (½ oz) chocolate syrup.

Last updated: November 12, 2025