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Strawberry Matcha Latte Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing Strawberry Matcha Latte that layers sweet strawberry purée, icy milk, and frothy matcha green tea for a vibrant, visually stunning, and delicious drink perfect for spring and summer.


Ingredients

Scale

Strawberry Purée (makes 2 servings)

  • 1 cup strawberries (frozen or fresh and sweet if in season, about 120 g)
  • 2 tsp sugar (omit if using fresh strawberries)
  • 1 Tbsp water (omit if using fresh strawberries)

Matcha Latte (for 1 serving)

  • 1 serving strawberry purée (prepared from above)
  • 1 cup ice cubes (about 10 cubes)
  • 2 tsp matcha (green tea powder)
  • 3 Tbsp hot water (176°F or 80°C, about 45 ml)
  • ¾ cup milk (about 180 ml)


Instructions

  1. Make the Strawberry Purée: Measure 1 cup frozen strawberries (120 g) into a blender or use fresh sweet strawberries if available. Add 2 tsp sugar and 1 Tbsp water if using frozen berries; skip for fresh. Blend until smooth and no chunks remain. This yields approximately 2 servings of purée.
  2. Prepare the Glass: Spoon one serving of strawberry purée into the bottom of a tall serving glass and level the surface.
  3. Add Ice Cubes: Gently add about 1 cup (10 cubes) of ice on top of the purée layer to keep the layers distinct.
  4. Sift the Matcha: Sift 1½–2 tsp matcha powder through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or matcha bowl to remove clumps and ensure smooth texture.
  5. Whisk the Matcha: Add 3 Tbsp hot water (80°C) to the matcha powder. Using a bamboo whisk or regular whisk, briskly whisk in a fast back-and-forth ‘W’ or ‘M’ motion until a thick froth with many tiny bubbles forms.
  6. Pour the Milk: Slowly pour ¾ cup milk in a thin stream over the ice cubes in the glass to form a milky layer atop the strawberry purée without mixing the layers.
  7. Layer the Matcha: Slowly pour the whisked matcha over the milk in a thin stream around the surface to create an even green tea layer above the milk.
  8. Serve: Serve immediately with a straw, allowing the beautiful layered look to be enjoyed while sipping.
  9. Storage: Store any leftover strawberry purée in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one day. Avoid refreezing previously frozen strawberries. If using fresh strawberries, the purée can be frozen. Whisk the matcha fresh just before serving for best flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh strawberries when in season for a naturally sweeter purée and skip the added sugar and water.
  • Sifting the matcha prevents clumps for a smoother latte.
  • Whisking matcha vigorously creates a frothy top texture typical in traditional matcha drinks.
  • Pour milk and matcha slowly to maintain distinct layered presentation.
  • Do not refreeze purée made from frozen strawberries; fresh berry purée can be frozen.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 glass
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 3.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg