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Creamy White Chocolate Matcha Latte Recipe with Easy Vanilla Bean Foam

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A comforting and elegant latte combining ceremonial-grade matcha with smooth white chocolate, topped with a fragrant vanilla bean foam. Perfect for cozy moments and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 teaspoon ceremonial grade matcha powder
  • 2 ounces (56 grams) white chocolate, chopped or chips
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole milk recommended, almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 small vanilla bean pod, split and seeds scraped
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream for vanilla bean foam (can substitute coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar or sweetener (optional, adjust to taste; maple syrup or honey work well)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) hot water

Instructions

  1. Sift 1 teaspoon of matcha powder through a fine mesh sieve into a small bowl to prevent clumps.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of water to just below boiling (around 175°F / 80°C). Pour over sifted matcha and whisk briskly in a zigzag motion until frothy and smooth. Set aside.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup (240 ml) milk and 2 ounces (56 grams) chopped white chocolate. Stir gently until fully melted and smooth, avoiding boiling. Remove from heat.
  4. Pour the matcha mixture into the warm white chocolate milk and stir well to blend evenly. Taste and add 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar or preferred sweetener if desired.
  5. In a chilled bowl or jug, pour 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream. Add scraped seeds from 1 vanilla bean pod. Using a milk frother or handheld whisk, whip the cream until soft peaks form; it should be thick but still pourable.
  6. Pour the creamy white chocolate matcha latte into your serving mug. Spoon the vanilla bean foam generously on top.
  7. Optionally, dust with a pinch of matcha powder or drizzle melted white chocolate for garnish.

Notes

Use ceremonial grade matcha for best flavor and vibrant color. Avoid boiling milk to prevent chocolate from seizing. Whip cream to soft peaks for ideal foam texture. Adjust sweetness to taste. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with plant-based alternatives and use vegan white chocolate.

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