Zen Morning Matcha Latte

Ingredients

- 2 teaspoons matcha powder
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (sugar, honey, or a sugar alternative)

Instructions

1. Prepare Matcha Base:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 teaspoons of matcha powder with 1 cup of water.
- Whisk continuously until the matcha is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Bring the matcha mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil. Once simmering, remove from heat immediately.

2. Sweeten the Matcha:
- Add 2 tablespoons of your preferred sweetener to the hot matcha. Stir until the sweetener is completely dissolved.
- Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.

3. Prepare the Milk:
- In another saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk over medium heat until steaming, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove from heat just before it begins to simmer, ensuring it does not form a skin on the surface.

4. Combine for a Creamy Latte:
- Fill a glass or cup with 1 cup of ice cubes.
- Pour the sweetened matcha over the ice, allowing it to cool slightly.
- Gently pour the steamed milk over the matcha and ice. Stir to combine well.

5. Serve and Enjoy:
- Optionally, dust a small pinch of matcha powder over the top for garnish.
- Serve immediately with a straw or spoon for stirring as the ice melts.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT5M
5 minutes

Total Time

- PT15M
15 minutes

Type of Dish

- Breakfast

Keywords

- Matcha Latte
- Breakfast Beverage
- Healthy Morning Drink
- Homemade Latte
- Easy Beverage Recipe
- Iced Matcha Drink
- Dairy-Free Option
- Quick Breakfast
- Matcha Lovers
- Energizing Drink

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 2 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 220

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