Green Matcha Latte Almond Milk (Printer-friendly)
A creamy blend of earthy matcha and smooth almond milk creates a vibrant, energizing beverage.
# What You'll Need:
→ Matcha Base
01 - 1 teaspoon high-quality matcha green tea powder
02 - 2 tablespoons hot water (80°C / 175°F)
→ Latte Components
03 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
04 - 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or sweetener of choice (optional)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Sift matcha powder into a mug to eliminate clumps. Add hot water and whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk or regular whisk until completely dissolved and frothy.
02 - Gently heat almond milk in a small saucepan until steaming but not boiling. Froth using a milk frother, blender, or whisk until creamy texture develops.
03 - Pour warm, frothed almond milk into the mug containing dissolved matcha. Stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract if using. Serve immediately, optionally dusted with additional matcha powder.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The earthy smooth flavor feels like treating yourself to something special without the afternoon crash
- It comes together in under ten minutes but tastes like something from a fancy coffee shop
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- Boiling water ruins matcha and makes it taste bitter so let your kettle cool for a few minutes after boiling
- Sifting might seem unnecessary until you skip it once and spend five minutes trying to whisk out stubborn lumps
03 -
- Preheat your mug with hot water while preparing everything else so your latte stays warm longer
- Start with less sweetener than you think you need because the almond milk adds its own subtle sweetness