I never thought it was possible to love another warm beverage the way I love coffee. But, this Easy Matcha Latte certainly has a permanent, well-deserved place in my heart.
Matcha is a finely ground powder made from green tea leaves. Think concentrated green tea.
Similar to coffee, matcha contains caffeine but without the jitters. Making it a good alternative to those who are caffeine sensitive. It provides a clean burst of energy that actually last longer than that from a traditional cup of coffee.
This Easy Matcha Latte is made with just 3 ingredients. Many store-bought types are made with flavored syrups and sometimes contain no real matcha at all.
If you are new to the world of Matcha, I suggest starting slow with this Easy Matcha Latte recipe. Made with any plant-based milk of your choice and sweetened to your liking.
You don’t need a special frother or machine to get a deliciously crafted latte at home. Jitter free!
Easy Matcha Latte
Ingredients
- 1 tsp matcha powder I used Jade Leaf, Organic Matcha
- ¼ cup boiling water
- 1-2 tsp maple syrup I found 1½ tsp to be perfect
- ¾ cup dairy-free milk I used Elmhurst 1925, unsweetened milked almonds
Instructions
- In a mason jar or small glass container, pour in the milk and shake vigorously until thick foam forms. Place in microwave for 30-sec intervals until warmed through, shaking in between to keep foam intact. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk the matcha powder and the boiling water until the matcha has dissolved completely and a light layer of foam appears.
- Add the maple syrup to the matcha mixture and whisk again to combine.
- Pour sweetened matcha mixture into a mug and carefilly add the warmed milk. Scoop the thick foam on top. Enjoy immediatley.
