This easy strawberry matcha latte is a beautiful layered drink made with matcha powder, strawberries, and milk. This is inspired by the Strawberry Matcha Latte from Boba Guys, a popular boba tea shop. Add ice and boba for an easy and refreshing drink!
If you love strawberries and matcha green tea, you're going to love this drink! It's full of sweet, juicy strawberries complemented with the subtle grassy flavor of matcha green tea. Best of all, it's ready in just 5 minutes!
Strawberry matcha latte is made of three distinct layers which make this drink so beautiful!
- Bottom layer - pureed strawberries (fresh or frozen) with sweetener.
- Middle layer - milk of any kind, plant based or dairy.
- Top layer - matcha powder mixed with a bit of hot water.
Strawberries and matcha are an excellent flavor combination and which is why so many Asian desserts are made with these two ingredients. You'll also see these ingredients featured in Starbucks and boba tea shops around the world.
Ingredients
- Strawberries - Use fresh or frozen strawberries for the bottom layer of strawberry puree. Use fresh strawberries for cutting into little pieces and the garnish.
- Matcha Powder - Use the best quality matcha powder you can find for the best flavor. Look for ceremonial grade and air tight packaging.
- Milk - Use any kind of milk you prefer. Both dairy or plant based milk work great.
How to Make Strawberry Matcha Latte
First, start by pouring half the hot water into the matcha powder. Mix together using a matcha whisk or small whisk until it's lump free. Then add the rest of the hot water and mix together.
Second, puree your strawberries using a blender, masher, or the back of a fork. Add to your serving glass with ice. Next add your milk of choice. Optional: if you'd like to add boba, add it before the strawberry puree.
Third, carefully add the matcha so it creates a layer above the milk. Avoid stirring as this can dissolve the matcha into your milk. Garnish with fresh strawberries and serve!
I hope you enjoy this recipe for strawberry matcha latte! If you're looking for a matcha free alternative, try my Korean Strawberry Milk which is bursting with strawberry flavor!
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Recipe
Strawberry Matcha Latte
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☑ Ingredients
- ¾ cup milk - dairy or plant based
- ¾ cup strawberries - fresh or frozen
- 3 Tablespoons sugar - more or less to taste
- 3 Tablespoons hot water
- 1 ½ teaspoon matcha powder
- ice to serve - (optional)
- boba - (optional)
Instructions
- Strawberry puree: Puree the strawberries with sugar using a blender, masher, or the back of a fork. Continue until sugar is completely dissolved.¾ cup strawberries, 3 Tablespoons sugar
- Matcha: Add half the hot water to the matcha powder and mix vigorously with a small whisk until it's lump free. Add the remaining hot water and mix.1 ½ teaspoon matcha powder, 3 Tablespoons hot water
- Assemble: Add a bottom layer of strawberry puree to a 16oz glass. Add ice and boba, if using. Add the milk so it creates a second layer above the strawberry puree. Finally gently pour the matcha layer on top to create the final top layer. Garnish with fresh strawberries. Enjoy!¾ cup milk
✎ Recipe Notes
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools.
Absolutely! Thaw the frozen strawberries and simply follow the recipe.
Matcha is powder made of finely ground green tea leaves. It's used in beverages, savory recipes, and desserts. It has a subtle grassy flavor with a bit of sweet and bitter flavors.
You can find matcha powder in most Asian grocery stores in the tea aisle. You can also order them online. Look for ceremonial grade for the best quality and be sure the packaging is air tight to preserve freshness.
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