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butterfly pea tea recipe

Butterfly Pea Tea Recipe

The Crispy Chef
This vibrant butterfly pea tea is as magical as it is simple to make. With a mesmerizing blue hue that transforms with lemon juice, it’s packed with antioxidants and stress-relieving benefits. Whether hot or iced, plain or mixed with coconut milk, this caffeine-free tea is a game changer.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Herbal
Cuisine Beverage
Servings 1

Equipment

  • Kettle or pot
  • Teapot or heat-resistant glass
  • Strainer
  • Measuring spoon (optional)

Ingredients
  

Main Tea Ingredients:

  • 10 –15 dried butterfly pea flowers
  • 8 oz hot not boiling water
  • Sweetener to taste optional – honey, maple syrup, or sugar

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1 tsp lemon or lime juice for color change
  • 1-2 slices fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp chopped lemongrass or a few mint leaves
  • 1 tbsp coconut milk for creamy version

Instructions
 

Hot Butterfly Pea Tea:

  • Boil water and let it cool for 30 seconds.
  • Place butterfly pea flowers in your teapot or cup.
  • Pour hot water over flowers and steep for 3–5 minutes.
  • Strain the tea and add sweetener if desired.
  • Add lemon/lime juice for a color-changing effect.

Iced Butterfly Pea Tea:

  • Follow the hot tea steps but double the flower quantity.
  • Let cool to room temperature.
  • Pour over ice, add sweetener or lemon/lime.
  • Store extras in fridge (up to 3 days).

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh for vivid color.
Naturally gluten-free and vegan (when using non-honey sweeteners).
Great as a base for lemonade, cocktails, or even boba tea.
Adjust steeping time based on desired strength.

Nutrition

Potassium: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword blue tea, butterfly pea tea, caffeine-free, color changing tea, fresh herbal tea, Green Tea, Iced Tea, healthy drinks, vegan tea
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