Refreshingly Gluten-Free Thai Tea, Naturally Sweetened
Craving a refreshing dessert drink that's both sweet and gluten-free? Give this Thai Iced Tea recipe a try! It's perfect for those hot summer days.
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- Servings: 2 glasses
- Difficulty: Simple as pie (or tea, in this case)
- Total Time: 20 minutes (Active: 5 minutes)
Ingredients (7)
- 2 tablespoons loose rooibos tea (A gluten-free alternative to traditional Thai green tea)
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1⁄4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar (Or swap with other natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup)
- 12 drops stevia (For less sweet version, adjust the amount based on your preference)
- 10-12 ice cubes
- 1⁄2 cup cashew milk (Or opt for dairy-free alternatives like almond or coconut milk)
Directions
- Pop that kettle on and boil some water.
- Scoop out 2 tablespoons of loose rooibos tea into a 2-cup pyrex measuring cup, and pour in the hot water. Add almond extract, agave nectar, and stevia. Brew this bad boy for 15 minutes.
- Fill your glasses with ice, and strain the tea over it.
- Pour in half a cup of cashew milk to finish things off.
- Serve with a cheeky wink and enjoy!
Feeling adventurous? Boost your Thai Iced Tea with a sprinkle of turmeric or a dollop of coconut cream for an exotic twist. Cheers!
Note: Switch up the sweetener and milk based on your dietary preferences. And remember, if you're using gluten-free loose leaf tea, always check labels to ensure it meets your needs. Don't let nasties spoil your summer delight!
- To add a cultural twist to this gluten-free Thai Iced Tea, consider incorporating agave as one of your natural sweeteners, a sweetener commonly used in traditional Mexican foods.
- For a delightfully cool and satiating dessert, experiment with adding Thai ingredients like turmeric or coconut cream to your Thai Iced Tea recipe.
- Instead of traditional Thai green tea, opt for gluten-free loose rooibos tea for a unique cultural blend of flavors infused in your Thai Iced Tea.