Vegan Blue Butterfly Pea Flower Latte is a magical herbal drink. It has been used for centuries to solve human health problems. This drink is healthy, gluten-free, and caffeine-free. It is prepared with blue butterfly pea flower powder which gives a beautiful blue color. This drink is the home of healthy nutrients. It contains a high amount of carbs as well as calories. This Vegan Blue Butterfly Pea Flower Latte is a simple way to brighten your day with color and flavor. It is an Ideal drink for warm days and evening tea time. Let’s start the recipe.
Equipment
Saucepan
Small container
Spoon
Serving Cups
Milk Frother
Ingredients
Blue Butterfly Pea Flower powder 1/2tsp
Hot Water 1tbsp
Plant-based Cashew Milk 8oz
Maple Syrup 1tbsp
Vanilla Extract 1/2tsp
Organic Dried Rose Petals 1tsp
Rose Water 2tsps
Ingredients Notes
Blue Butterfly Pea Flower Powder: The dried and crushed petals of butterfly pea flowers are ground into a fine powder to make blue butterfly pea flower powder. It is also known as blue matcha.
Maple Syrup: I used maple syrup to add sweetness. You can use regular fine powder sugar such as brown or white.
Cashew Milk: I prepare this latte using cashew milk. Other plant-based milk options, such as oats, coconut, almonds, and hemp, are also used.
Vanilla Extract: it is used for extra flavors.
Rose Petals: We used organic dried petals for decoration.
Rose Water: It is an additional item. You can skip. I used this item to add a beautiful floral essence.
Instructions
- Add blue butterfly pea flower powder to a small container.
- Next, mix one tablespoon of hot water in this powder.
- Combine it until the powder is dispersed. Put aside this container.
- Then, add cashew milk in a medium-sized saucepan and boil it for 1/2 minutes.
- After boiling, add the pea powder mixture, vanilla extract, and maple syrup to the same saucepan.
- Next, add two teaspoons of rose water. Mix it with the help of a big spoon.
- Switch off the stovetop button and set aside the saucepan.
- We use a milk frother to create foam in milk for 20/30 seconds.
- Shift it into serving cups. Decorate it with dried rose petals.
- Serve a hot latte and enjoy.
Amazing Health Benefits of Using Blue Butterfly Pea Flower
- It provides many health benefits internally and externally (mentioned below).
- According to the researchers, butterfly pea flowers have been used for cosmetic purposes, as well as analgesics, and to treat insomnia.
- Certain black, purple, red, and blue plants naturally contain water-soluble substances called anthocyanins, which give the flowers their blue color.
- Butterfly pea flowers contain powerful antioxidants. These antioxidants prevent premature aging by preventing the harmful effects of free radicals.
- It is also used as a natural food coloring in rice ( different rice dishes) and teas in Southeast
- Asian nations, including Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia.
- The water will turn a beautiful shade of violet, or blue when the flowers are added to hot water.
- Acidic ingredients like lemon or lime change the liquid color to pink.
Tips
- Try this latte with different flavors like ginger, cardamom, matcha powder, or cinnamon.
- We add a small amount of these flavors to avoid strong flavors.
- Experiment with lavender simple syrup to prepare this drink recipe.
- Add one or two tablespoons of warm water to the pea flower powder and then add to the warm milk.
- We can use good-quality pea flower powder.
- Switch the vanilla essence with your favorite flavored essence.
Storage Information
Blue Butterfly Pea Flower powder: Add the dried powder to a tight jar and close it with a lid. Place this jar in a clean, dry, and normal temperature for 6-7 months.
Refrigerator: We can also save the leftover latte in a closed vessel and refrigerate it for 4/5 days. Shake it well before consuming.
Freezer: I wouldn’t recommend freezing this drink. But you can freeze this drink for 2-3 months.
FAQs
What is butterfly pea flower powder?
Most of the people know its other name, Clitoria Ternatea. It has long been grown in Southeast Asia’s tropical region.
Is it a caffeine-free latte?
Yes, this latte is purely made with Vegan and plant-based ingredients which are caffeine-free.
How do we enjoy this drink?
You can serve it with Vegan cookies, muffins, and cupcakes.
Nutritional Facts Per Serving Amount
Per Serving 1 Serving Cup
Total Quantity: 2 serves
Total Calories: 80kcals
Carbohydrates 20g
Protein 2g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Total Fat 1g
Sugar 12g
Sodium 100mg
