Strawberry Matcha Latte
This Strawberry Matcha Latte combines fresh strawberry puree, cold milk, and whisked matcha for a creamy, lightly sweet iced drink that's ready in just 10 minutes.
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 192kcal
Ingredients
Strawberry Puree
- ½ cup fresh strawberries hulled
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Matcha Latte
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- ¼ cup hot water around 165°F
- ¾ cup milk of choice
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Add the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a small blender. Blend until mostly smooth.
- Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl. Add the hot water and whisk briskly back and forth in a "W" motion for 20-30 seconds, or until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Pour the strawberry puree into the bottom of a tall glass, then fill the glass with ice.
- Slowly pour the milk over the ice, followed by the prepared matcha. Pour slowly to keep the strawberry, milk, and matcha layers distinct.
- Stir everything together and serve immediately.
Notes
- Matcha. Use good-quality matcha powder with a vibrant green color. Avoid boiling water, which can make the matcha taste more bitter.
- Milk. Whole milk makes the creamiest latte, but oat, almond, or coconut milk also work well.
- Sweetness. If your strawberries are tart, add a little more sugar. For a sweeter latte, add 1-2 teaspoons of simple syrup, maple syrup, or honey.
- Frozen strawberries. Thaw them slightly before blending for the smoothest puree.
- Make ahead. The strawberry puree can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Prepare the matcha just before assembling.
Nutrition
Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 505IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 246mg | Iron: 1mg
