Matcha Green Tea Latte (Printable Version)

Creamy matcha latte with steamed milk, ready in 10 minutes. Perfect hot or iced with dairy or plant-based options.

# What You Need:

→ Matcha Base

01 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
02 - 2 tablespoons hot water (175°F)

→ Milk

03 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based alternative)

→ Sweetener

04 - 1-2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or sugar (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Sift the matcha powder into a bowl or mug using a fine mesh sieve to break up clumps and ensure smooth incorporation.
02 - Add hot water to the sifted matcha and whisk briskly in a zigzag motion until fully dissolved and frothy, creating a concentrated base.
03 - Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling, or use a milk frother to achieve desired temperature and texture.
04 - Divide the matcha mixture evenly between two mugs, ensuring proper distribution of the concentrated tea.
05 - Stir in sweetener to taste if desired, allowing it to dissolve completely before adding milk.
06 - Gently pour steamed milk over the matcha, holding back foam with a spoon, then spoon foam on top. Sprinkle with additional matcha powder if desired and serve immediately.

# Cooking Tips:

01 -
  • The ritual of whisking matcha is oddly meditative, forcing you to slow down for just a moment in your hectic day.
  • Unlike coffee that can leave you jittery, matcha gives you this sustained, clear-headed energy that somehow makes afternoon meetings bearable.
02 -
  • Water temperature is critical, I ruined countless batches using boiling water before learning that 175°F is the sweet spot that extracts flavor without bitterness.
  • The zigzag whisking motion actually matters, as circular stirring simply doesnt incorporate enough air to properly dissolve the matcha.
03 -
  • Pre-warm your mug with hot water before making your latte, as the temperature drop from a cold ceramic mug can significantly impact the final experience.
  • When making for guests, prepare each matcha base individually rather than doubling the recipe, as the whisking action is most effective in single servings.
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