Warm Strawberry Matcha Latte (Print-Friendly)

A fragrant blend of strawberries and matcha creating a warm, soothing latte with natural sweetness and frothy texture.

# What You'll Need:

→ Strawberry Purée

01 - 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon water

→ Matcha Latte

04 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
05 - 2 tablespoons hot water at 175°F
06 - 2 cups milk, dairy or plant-based
07 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until strawberries are soft and syrupy. Mash lightly with a fork or blend until smooth for a purée. Set aside.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk matcha powder with hot water using a bamboo whisk or small regular whisk until smooth and frothy.
03 - Heat the milk in a saucepan or microwave until steaming but not boiling. Froth using a milk frother, handheld whisk, or by shaking in a jar.
04 - Divide the strawberry purée evenly between two mugs.
05 - Pour the hot, frothed milk over the strawberry purée in each mug.
06 - Gently pour the whisked matcha over the milk to create a layered effect.
07 - Sweeten with honey or maple syrup if desired. Stir gently before drinking.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes from start to finish
  • Beautiful layered presentation that looks café-worthy
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free
  • Easily adaptable for vegan diets with plant-based milk
  • Combines the antioxidants of matcha with vitamin C from strawberries
  • Perfect balance of sweet fruit and earthy tea flavors
02 -
  • Make the strawberry purée ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days
  • Warm your mugs beforehand by filling them with hot water while you prep
  • For the best froth, use whole milk or barista-style oat milk
  • Don't skip mashing or blending the strawberries—a smooth purée creates better layers
  • Sift your matcha powder before whisking to avoid clumps
  • Pour slowly when layering to maintain the visual separation between colors
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