Creamy Vanilla Matcha (Green Tea) Latte Recipe

matcha (green tea) latte served in transparent cup, on board.

5 from 3 votes

Creamy Vanilla Matcha (Green Tea) Latte 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!

Prep Time6

Total Time6

Course: Breakfast, Drinks

Cuisine: Japanese

Servings: servings

Calories: 53kcal

Author: Sonia

Ingredients

1 teaspoon Green tea matcha powder
2 tablespoon Hot water
¾ cup Milk
½ teaspoon Vanilla extract (for vanilla taste. If preferred you can omit for a traditional matcha latte taste)
Optional Vanilla beans from ¼ vanilla pod (for enhanced vanilla flavor)
Optional Sweetener to taste (including refined sugar-free maple syrup, honey or dates)

Instructions

Whisk matcha and hot water to combine. In a large (wide) cup, jug or bowl, sift in the matcha powder.
Add hot water and whisk to combine. Ensure the matcha powder is fully dissolved in the water, giving you a dark green shot.
Steam the milk until hot and frothy and add to matcha tea. Using a milk frother or steam wand (if using a Nespresso/coffee machine), steam milk until hot and frothy. Pour over the matcha tea and whisk to combine. Add vanilla extract (and vanilla beans and/or sweetener - optional) if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Sift the matcha powder: this helps to remove any lumps and ensures the matcha powder is fully combined with the water and milk.
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 before frothing the milk.
Serve immediately: for the best taste and texture – and maximum creaminess and smoothness!

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