Easy Creamy Iced Matcha Latte Recipe Perfect for Busy Mornings
A quick and creamy iced matcha latte that is smooth, slightly sweet, and perfect for busy mornings. This recipe uses simple ingredients and can be made vegan or dairy-free.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon (about 2 grams) ceremonial grade matcha powder
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sweetener (simple syrup, honey, or maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) hot water (around 175°F/80°C)
- 1 cup (240 ml) cold milk of choice (oat milk recommended)
- ½ to 1 cup (120–240 ml) ice cubes
- Optional: a splash of vanilla extract
Instructions
- Measure 1 teaspoon of matcha powder into your blender or bowl.
- Add 1 tablespoon of your chosen sweetener.
- Add about 2 tablespoons of hot water (not boiling, around 175°F/80°C) to the powder and sweetener. Whisk or blend until fully dissolved and smooth with no lumps.
- Pour in 1 cup of cold milk of choice.
- Add ½ to 1 cup of ice cubes depending on how chilled you want it.
- Blend everything for 15-20 seconds until frothy and creamy, or shake vigorously in a shaker bottle.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnish with a sprinkle of matcha powder on top.
Notes
Avoid using boiling water directly on matcha to prevent bitterness. Blend or whisk well to avoid clumps. Use oat milk for natural sweetness and creaminess. Adjust sweetener to taste. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor. Can be made ahead by mixing matcha and sweetener with hot water and refrigerating up to 24 hours; add milk and ice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 8 fl oz
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 0.3
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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