If you’re looking for an easy homemade latte recipe that offers a small amount of caffeine as well as other health benefits and is packed with flavor, you should try this matcha latte recipe. It has only three ingredients and does not require any special machines to make it.
Connected: Matcha Green Tea Smoothie and a classic Latte Recipe
Material
- matcha powder
- Water
- Milk – any alternative like dairy or oat milk or soy
- Sweetener – optional, but I like honey or simple syrup
How to Make Matcha Latte
Mix matcha powder with hot water. Stir the powder into water, making sure it dissolves completely and no lumps remain. You can do this by hand with a small whisk Matcha Whiskeyor a milk frother stick,
Pour the matcha shot into your mug. Steam the milk and whip/foam. – Then put the milk also in the mug.
If you want to add a sweetener, like honey or simple syrup, add it to the matcha shot before adding the hot milk.
general question
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Green Tea and Matcha the Same?
Matcha is a type of green tea. Matcha is the same plant but it is grown and its powder prepared differently than green tea.
Is there caffeine in matcha?
Yes. However a cup of matcha contains less caffeine than a cup of coffee. On average, a matcha tea contains about 70 mg of caffeine while a cup of coffee (same size) contains about 100 mg.
Is matcha good for you?
Yes. Matcha contains high amounts of amino acids and antioxidants. It also contains caffeine which can be beneficial if consumed in appropriate quantity.
What’s in Matcha Latte?
Matcha powder, water and milk. Any type of milk can be used in a matcha latte, such as whole dairy milk, oat milk, soy milk, etc.
types of matcha
- formal grade – Highest quality matcha powder, it is primarily used in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies or as a standalone drink. This type is the most expensive but has the best color and taste.
- premium grade – Can be used as a standalone drink, but can also be used in cooking or mixed into other beverages such as lattes, smoothies or cocktails. This type is a step down from the formalin grade but is still a high quality powder.
- Cooking/Ingredient Grade – Mainly used for cooking, baking or mixed drinks. The quality may be less than premium and formal types of matcha, but the ingredient is still great for baked goods and other food projects.
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An easy three-ingredient latte with matcha powder, water, and milk.
Instruction
Mix matcha powder with hot water.
- Stir the powder into the water, making sure it dissolves completely and no lumps remain. You can do this by hand with a small whisk Matcha Whiskeyor a milk frother stick,
Pour the matcha shot into your mug.
Steam the milk and whip/foam. – Then put the milk also in the mug.
If you want to add a sweetener, like honey or simple syrup, add it to the matcha shot before adding the hot milk.
notes
If you want to sweeten this latte, use a teaspoon or two of honey or simple syrup.
nutrition
nutrition Facts
Matcha Latte
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notice: For your convenience, nutrition is automatically calculated using Spoonacular. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
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