Creamy Vanilla Matcha (Green Tea) Latte (Easy Recipe)

This vanilla matcha latte will bring you energy, warmth and green goodness! This creamy drink is so quick and easy to make and filled with matcha flavor and antioxidants! 

Vanilla matcha latte

Are you looking to boost your energy levels in the morning and throughout the day? 

Look no further than this creamy vanilla matcha latte recipe! 

This delightful and frothy drink is simply made using matcha green tea powder, hot water and foamy milk (with or without natural sweetener)! 

This has become my go-to drink when I am looking for something to instantly give me a boost in concentration, focus and energy! (Believe me… it really does the trick)! 

You can also switch your morning coffee to this delicious matcha latte for a sustained release of energy (plus a healthy dose of added nutrients)! 

I love the calmness, clarity and focus I get with matcha compared to a cup of coffee (and I am a coffee lover). This is particularly helpful if you are looking to have a long study session or super productive day! 

Matcha has become one of my favorite ingredients to use in recipes (check out these refined sugar-free and gluten-free fudgy matcha brownies). I hope it will become yours too.

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• Vanilla matcha latte
• Why you’ll Love this Vanilla Matcha Latte
• What is matcha?
• What does Matcha Taste Like?
• Where to buy Matcha Green Tea Powder?
• Different grades of Matcha
• Health Benefits of Matcha
• What you need to make vanilla matcha latte
• How to Make matcha latte
• Equipment 
• Tips to Make the perfect cup of vanilla matcha latte
• Serving tips
• Related
• Something sweet?
• Creamy Vanilla Matcha (Green Tea) Latte Recipe  

Why you’ll Love this Vanilla Matcha Latte

1. Quick and easy to make with a few ingredients – you can whip this drink up within minutes using just a handful of ingredients!
2. Variety and alternative to coffee (or tea) – this drink can add variety to your morning without having going to your local coffee shop. Even if you are coffee or tea lover (like me), it can be fun to mix things up with this drink! 
3. Sustained energy, focus and concentration – the matcha in this drink will boost your energy and improve your focus and concentration in a sustained way (see health benefits below). 
4. Rich and unique flavor – matcha brings a unique, complex and earthy flavor to this drink. This distinctive flavor sets it apart from other ho​t beverages!
5. Customizable – what is great about this drink is you can adjust according to preferences. You can skip vanilla for a classic matcha latte, or add natural refined sugar-free sweetener (including maple syrup, honey or dates) for a sweeter taste! 

What is matcha?

• Matcha is a vibrant green powder and type of green tea originating in Asia. 
• Matcha is made from green tea leaves that are ground into a fine powder. 
• This powder, traditionally used in Japanese culture, is now used worldwide in snacks, beverages and desserts!

What does Matcha Taste Like?

• The process used to prepare matcha powder gives this ingredient its vibrant green color and unique taste – an earthy, slightly rich flavor with a hint of sweetness and bitter undertone. 
• The taste of matcha can vary slightly based on the preparation and quality of matcha.
• For more on the flavour profile of matcha check out our simple guide on matcha.

Where to buy Matcha Green Tea Powder?

You can buy matcha green tea powder in some supermarkets and grocery stores (including Walmart, Holland & Barrett and Kmart). Online retailers, including amazon, also have a wide range of matcha green tea powder options available.

Different grades of Matcha

The different grades of matcha green tea powder include Premium Grade, Ceremonial Grade and Culinary Grade. 

• Premium matcha and Ceremonial matcha are ideal for consumption as tea, in beverages, and as a cooking ingredient. 
• Culinary matcha is specifically recommended as an ingredient for cooking, whether incorporated into recipes or blended into shakes and milk.​

Health Benefits of Matcha

• Studies have shown matcha has a variety of potential health benefits including aiding weight loss, promoting heart health and protecting the liver.  
• Matcha is rich in antioxidants, which help reduce inflammation and cell damage in the body.
• Matcha may also improve brain function and enhance attention and memory – it contains caffeine and a component called L-theanine, which adjusts the effects of caffeine to promote alertness and sustain energy levels (avoiding energy crashes that may occur after consuming caffeine). 
• At the same time, consume matcha in moderation as it contains a high amount of caffeine and may not suit everyone. 

What you need to make vanilla matcha latte

• Matcha Green Tea Powder: this powder has a vibrant green color. This powder gives this drink a unique and distinctive matcha tea flavor. I use Japanese Organic Matcha Green Tea powder (Premium grade) in this recipe as it is a high-quality matcha powder. If you are in the US (I recommend this organic matcha powder - high quality matcha with stronger flavor. For a milder flavor, Culinary grade matcha powder is often used, this is also cheaper than Ceremonial grade matcha powder). Using a higher quality product helps bring the best flavor to this drink.
• Pure vanilla extract (plus optional vanilla beans from pod): vanilla complements the flavor of matcha and brings a hint of vanilla taste to this drink. For an enhanced flavor, you can also add vanilla beans from ½ vanilla pod. For a simple matcha latte (without hint of vanilla), you can omit vanilla extract and vanilla beans. 
• Hot water: used to help dissolve the matcha green tea powder into a shot of tea, before adding the milk
• Milk: you can use semi-skimmed (2%), whole milk or any milk of choice. This is steamed before adding to the matcha green tea shot for a frothy taste. For a vegan latte, substitute with plant-based milk (non-dairy milks) including almond milk, cashew milk, oat milk, soy milk or coconut milk. The type of milk used can alter the taste slightly. 
• Optional - for a sweeter taste you can add natural refined sugar-free sweeteners including maple syrup, honey or dates (I prefer this option to using vanilla syrup). 

How to Make matcha latte

1. Sift matcha into a cup or bowl. In a large (wide) cup, jug or bowl, use a sieve to sift in the matcha powder.
2. Add water. Add 2 tablespoons of hot water and whisk to combine. Ensure the matcha powder is fully dissolved in the water, giving you a dark green tea-like mixture.
3. Steam the milk until hot and frothy. Using a milk frother or steam wand (if using a Nespresso/coffee machine), steam milk until hot/warm and frothy (maximum foam).
4. Add hot milk. Pour the frothy hot milk over the matcha tea and whisk to combine. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Equipment 

Whisk: To make this you will need a whisk to combine ingredients. You can use a regular small whisk or bamboo whisk (this is a traditional matcha whisk in Japanese tea ceremonies). If you prefer the traditional way of making this drink, you can find bamboo whisks from online retailers, including amazon. 

Milk steamer/frother: You will also need a milk steamer or milk frother. You can use a machine with a milk steaming function (such as a Nespresso coffee machine with a steam wand). This will help the milk become hot and frothy for the matcha latte. 

Tips to Make the perfect cup of vanilla matcha latte

• Sift the matcha powder: this helps to remove any lumps to ensure the matcha powder is fully combined with the warm water and milk.
• Use a wide cup/jug or small-medium bowl to make the drink: this helps you easily whisk the ingredients together so the matcha can dissolve, whilst also creating extra froth for a creamy and delightful drink!​
• Steam the milk to maximum froth setting: this gives you a wonderful and creamy texture in the latte. I use the Nespresso steam wand to heat the milk and add extra foam. If you are using a milk frother which doesn’t heat the milk, warm the milk in a small saucepan (on low/medium heat) before frothing the milk. 
• Serve immediately: for the best taste and texture – and maximum creaminess and smoothness!
• Variations: on hot summer days you can make iced matcha latte (or iced vanilla matcha latte)! For an iced version substitute ½ cup milk with ½ cup of ice cubes. 

Serving tips

Serve this vanilla matcha latte with breakfast dishes including some of our egg-tastic recipes such as scrambled eggs or veggie green scrambled eggs! Add some guacamole and a glass of fresh apple, orange and carrot juice for some extra nutrients!

Alternatively, make your morning sweet and serve this latte with sugar-free pizzelles (Italian round waffle cookies), chocolate tahini spread and fresh strawberries.

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