Macadamia milk is light, yet creamy, and is a delicious addition to iced tea. When spiced with ginger and sweetened with a little maple syrup it all adds up to a sensationally refreshing summer drink.
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Servings 4
Course Drinks
Preference Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Vegan
Perfect for Healthy Snack
Skill level Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup macadamias
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup brewed black tea
- 5-8 thin slices fresh ginger
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or to taste
To serve
- Mint sprigs
- Ice
Instructions
- Place the macadamias and water into the jug of a high-speed blender and blend for 2-3 minutes. Using a nut bag, strain the milk into a bowl or jug, discarding the contents of the nut bag. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Place the brewed tea and ginger in a saucepan and simmer on a low heat for 5 minutes. Add maple syrup to taste. Place in a bowl or jug and refrigerate until cool.
- To serve, fill individual glasses with ice and 2-3 mint sprigs. Pour cooled tea mixture into the glass until half full. Top with macadamia milk and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 315kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 18mgPotassium: 211mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 1mg