This decaf chai tea latte blends blends red rooibos tea with a hint of almond butter, dates, and soy milk. The result is a deliciously creamy and frothy caffeine-free hot chai to enjoy! Finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

This is perfect for slow mornings, midday resets, or winding down at night—a soothing, caffeine-free ritual that feels as good as it tastes. As a nutrition health professional, I love balancing energizing and calming drinks throughout the day. Some days call for the bold warmth of Vegan Masala Chai, while others lean into the cozy, spiced comfort of Chai-Spiced Apple Cider. And this rooibos latte? It fits right in, delivering a nutrient-packed boost in every sip.

What Is Rooibos Tea?

Rooibos (pronounced ROY-boss) is a naturally caffeine-free herbal tea from South Africa, made from the fermented leaves of the Aspalathus linearis plant. Often called red bush tea, it has a smooth, slightly sweet flavor with earthy and vanilla-like undertones, making it a perfect base for spiced milk teas and lattes.

Unlike traditional black or green tea, rooibos is low in tannins, meaning it won’t turn bitter even if steeped for longer.

Nutrition Highlights

This naturally caffeine-free tea isn’t just cozy—it’s packed with nutrients:

  • Magnesium & Zinc – A dream team for relaxation, making this a bedtime-friendly brew.
  • Aspalathin & Quercetin – Fancy names, big benefits! These powerhouse antioxidants may support heart health and help keep inflammation in check.

So basically? It’s like self-care in a cup!

What You’ll Need

A handful of pantry staples:

  • Rooibos tea
  • Almond butter – Adds richness and a velvety finish.
  • Dates – Naturally sweet, balancing the spices without refined sugar.
  • Soy milk – Froths beautifully while keeping it dairy-free.
  • Cinnamon – Classic warming spices that round out the flavors.
2 cups of chai latte tea with cinnamon sprinkled on top

Easy Homemade Anti-Inflammatory Chai (4 Simple Steps!)

  1. Steep the Tea – Place the tea bag and dates (if using) in a cup. Pour 2 cups of boiling water over them and let steep for at least 5 minutes to extract the deep, spiced flavors.
  2. Blend it Up – Remove the tea bag, then pour the brewed tea, soaked dates, soy milk, and almond butter into a blender.
  3. Make it Frothy – Blend until smooth, creamy, and frothy.
  4. Finish & Serve – Pour into a mug, sprinkle with cinnamon, and enjoy.

Food Safe Storage

This decaf chai latte is best enjoyed fresh, but if you’ve made extra, here’s how to keep it tasting great:

  • Chill it: Let it cool completely, then pour it into a sealed glass jar and pop it in the fridge. It’ll stay good for up to 2 days.
  • Shake it up: The ingredients might separate a bit—just give it a quick shake or stir before reheating.
  • Reheat gently: Warm it on the stovetop over low heat (no boiling—it keeps the flavors smooth and creamy).
  • Make-ahead hack: Brew the rooibos tea base ahead of time and store it in the fridge. When you’re ready, just blend it up with the milk and spices for a fresh, frothy finish.

No fuss, no waste—just good, cozy sips when you want them.

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2 cups of chai latte tea with cinnamon sprinkled on top
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Caffeine-Free Chai Latte with Soy Milk

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 2 cups
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This decaf chai tea latte blends blends red rooibos tea with a hint of almond butter, dates, and soy milk. The result is a deliciously creamy and frothy caffeine-free hot chai to enjoy! Finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 rooibos tea bag
  • 2 cups water
  • ¼ cup soy milk, unsweetened
  • 1 tbsp almond butter, creamy
  • 2 Medjool dates, soft
  • pinch cinnamon powder

Instructions
 

  • Cover the teabag and dates with 2 cups of boiling water and steep for a few minutes.
  • Discard the tea bag and place tea, soaked dates, soy milk and almond butter into a blender.
  • Blend until creamy and frothy.
  • Add cinnamon, serve and Enjoy!

Notes

Food Safe Storage

  • Chill it: Let it cool completely, then pour it into a sealed glass jar and pop it in the fridge. It’ll stay good for up to 2 days.
  • Shake it up: The ingredients might separate a bit—just give it a quick shake or stir before reheating.
  • Reheat gently: Warm it on the stovetop over low heat (no boiling—it keeps the flavors smooth and creamy).
  • Make-ahead hack: Brew the rooibos tea base ahead of time and store it in the fridge. When you’re ready, just blend it up with the milk and spices for a fresh, frothy finish.
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Nutrition Information:

Calories: 82kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 8g (3%)Protein: 3g (6%)Fat: 5g (8%)Saturated Fat: 1g (5%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 27mg (1%)Potassium: 148mg (4%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 6g (7%)Vitamin A: 117IU (2%)Vitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 79mg (8%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It’s perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Cuisine: American, Western
Course: Drinks
Author: Shahzadi Devje
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