Strawberry Matcha Latte
Experience the delightful fusion of earthy matcha and sweet strawberries in this refreshing Strawberry Matcha Latte. Perfect for a cozy morning or an afternoon pick-me-up, this vibrant drink is both visually stunning and nourishing. Easy to make, it combines simple ingredients for a deliciously energizing treat that will brighten your dayβwhether served hot or iced!
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Japanese
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tsp matcha powder
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes (optional)
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash, hull, and slice strawberries. Blend with a splash of water until smooth.
- Whisk the Matcha: Sift matcha powder into a bowl, add hot water (not boiling), and whisk until frothy.
- Heat Your Milk: In a saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat until steaming; froth if desired.
- Combine: In a glass, layer strawberry puree followed by warm milk and then whisked matcha for a beautiful ombre effect.
- Sweeten and Serve: Add sweetener to taste and stir gently. For iced lattes, pour over ice instead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Strawberry Matcha Latte (300ml)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 16mg
Keywords: - Substitute strawberries with raspberries or blueberries for a unique flavor twist.
- Experiment with different types of milk such as almond, oat, or coconut for added variety.