Quick answer
Whisk Smooth Vanilla Rooibos Tea Powder into cold oat milk for a creamy, caffeine-free dessert tea that tastes like a vanilla shake.
Why use tea powder for dessert tea?
Tea powder dissolves directly into liquid, so you get full flavor and a silky texture without steeping or straining. This makes it ideal for iced drinks and creamy desserts where you want a smooth consistency.
Because Smooth Vanilla Rooibos Tea Powder is caffeine-free, it works as an after-dinner treat that won't keep you awake. The vanilla bean adds natural sweetness, so you can skip added sugar or syrup.
How to make a vanilla rooibos dessert tea
- Measure the powder: Scoop 1 heaping teaspoon (about 3g) of Smooth Vanilla Rooibos Tea Powder into a bowl or wide cup. Using too much powder can make the drink gritty; start with 1 teaspoon and adjust to taste.
- Add a splash of cold liquid: Pour in 2 tablespoons of cold oat milk (or your preferred milk). Whisk briskly in a zigzag motion until the powder forms a smooth, clump-free paste. A thick paste prevents lumps when you add the rest of the liquid — rushing this step leads to a grainy texture.
- Top up with milk and ice: Fill the cup with ice, then pour in 6–8 oz of cold oat milk. Stir or whisk gently to combine. If you prefer a warmer dessert tea, skip the ice and use warm oat milk instead — the powder dissolves just as easily.
- Serve and garnish: Pour over fresh ice if needed, and add a dusting of extra powder or a vanilla bean fleck on top. Enjoy immediately. This drink is best fresh — the texture stays creamy for about 10 minutes before the ice dilutes the flavor.
Product used in this recipe
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Smooth Vanilla Rooibos Tea Powder: Caffeine-free, limited edition spring tea powder with vanilla bean and smooth rooibos. 100g pouch makes approximately 30 cups. You get a ready-to-use dessert base that needs no steeping, straining, or sweetening — just whisk and serve.
Smooth Vanilla Rooibos Tea Powder
