Matcha Latte
Try this classic matcha latte recipe! This comforting beverage boasts a vibrant green color and smooth, creamy flavor. Enjoy it hot or cold, and customize it with a touch of sweetness. Here’s how to make a matcha latte. For an iced latte, go to Iced Matcha Latte.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Latte
- Cuisine: Tea
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3/4 teaspoon matcha green tea powder*
- 2 ounces (1/4 cup) cool filtered water
- 1/2 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 ounces (1/4 cup) hot water (175 to 180 degrees Fahrenheit)
- 4 ounces (1/2 cup) steamed or frothed whole milk (or oat milk for vegan)
Instructions
- Whisk the matcha: Add the matcha to a spouted bowl or glass liquid measuring cup. Add a drizzle of the cool water and whisk the matcha with a bamboo whisk or regular whisk to form it into a paste. Add the remaining cool water and whisk vigorously back and forth until a thick foamy layer appears, about 20 to 30 seconds. Or, you can simply shake the matcha powder and cool water in a jar until frothy.
- Combine with water and honey: Stir the hot water and honey in a mug. Pour the foamy matcha into the mug and stir gently.
- Steam or froth the milk: Steam the milk with an espresso machine or froth the milk using your method of choice (milk frother, French press, or whisk).
- Serve: Pour the steamed or frothed milk into the center of the matcha and serve.
Notes
*For the brightest green color and best flavor, we recommend this Ceremonial Grade Matcha. This Latte Grade Matcha also works, but has a more muted color and bitter flavor. Avoid Cooking Grade Matcha here; the flavor isn’t up to snuff.
Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/matcha-latte/
