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Make The Perfect Green Tea Matcha Latte (Iced or Hot)

5 from 2 votes
Learn the art of making the perfect matcha latte. Hot or chilled, create a velvety-smooth texture along with a subtle irresistible sweetness too good to pass up.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 111
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp matcha powder - preferably ceremonial-grade and organic.
  • 1 tsp maple syrup - or any other sweetener of your choice.
  • 1 cup unsweetened soy milk - or any other plant-based milk of choice.
  • 3 tbsp filtered water To mix the matcha and break up the clumps.

Equipment

  • 1 Your Favorite Cup or Coffee Mug
  • 1 Small bowl
  • 1 Measuring teaspoon
  • 1 mesh strainer - to sift the matcha and prevent clumping.
  • 1 Bamboo whisk - this is the key to a smooth and creamy matcha latte.
  • 1 small saucepan - you can also use a microwave

Method
 

  1. Measure 1 cup of alternative milk and pour it into your saucepan. Place the saucepan on the stove on medium heat. While the milk is heating up, stir often to prevent the milk from burning.
    NOTE: If you are in a hurry, you can place the milk directly into your mug and heat it in the microwave, until you've reached your desired temperature. Usually about 1-2 minutes.
    non-dairy milk in a saucepan on stove
  2. While the milk is heating, measure 1 teaspoon of ceremonial-grade matcha powder, and sift the powder through the mesh strainer into your small mixing bowl.
    matcha powder sifting through a strainer into a bowl
  3. Add a small amount of hot water, and whisk the green tea powder and water until it is completely dissolved and all the clumps are gone.
    whisking matcha with water
  4. When the milk is heated sufficiently, pour it into your favorite mug.
  5. Add sweetener to the warmed milk. I use approximately 1 teaspoon of monk fruit or maple syrup or 3-4 drops of liquid stevia but you can sweeten your green tea matcha to your desired taste.
  6. Pour the liquid green tea matcha over the sweetened milk, and stir to combine.
    pouring matcha into cup with non-dairy milk
  7. If desired, dust a bit of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin spice on top. Enjoy!
    stirring matcha into cup with non-dairy milk

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 111kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 9gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 93mgPotassium: 307mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 703IUCalcium: 310mgIron: 2mg

Notes

  • Although I use plant-based milk rather than dairy, you can use any type of milk you prefer.
  • My favorite alternative milk for this matcha latte is organic soy milk because it gives it the best flavor.
  • Soy milk has a slightly higher fat content than other non-dairy milk, which gives this latte a smooth, rich, creamy taste and texture.

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