Matcha Green Tea Latte

# What You Need:

01 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder

02 - 2 tablespoons hot water (not boiling, about 175°F)

03 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based alternative)

04 - 1-2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or sugar

01 - Sift the matcha powder into a bowl or mug to prevent lumps.

02 - Add hot water and whisk briskly in a zigzag motion until the matcha is fully dissolved and frothy.

03 - In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Alternatively, froth the milk using a milk frother.

04 - Pour the matcha mixture into two mugs.

05 - Add sweetener to taste, if desired.

06 - Gently pour the steamed milk over the matcha, holding back the foam with a spoon, then spoon the foam on top.

07 - Serve immediately.

01 -

It delivers a smooth, sustained energy boost without the crash you get from coffee.
You can make it in under ten minutes with just a few ingredients and feel like a barista.
The creamy, slightly sweet flavor is endlessly customizable to your taste and mood.

02 -

Sifting the matcha is not optional, I learned this the hard way after drinking a gritty, clumpy latte that stuck to my teeth.
Water temperature matters more than you think, boiling water will turn your matcha bitter and dull the bright green color.
Whisk vigorously for at least 30 seconds to get that signature froth, half-hearted stirring won't cut it.

03 -

Store your matcha in an airtight container in the fridge to keep it vibrant and fresh, it loses flavor and color quickly once exposed to air and light.
If you don't have a whisk, a small jar with a tight lid works in a pinch, just shake the matcha and water together vigorously until frothy.
Preheat your mug with hot water before making the latte so it stays warm longer and doesn't cool down the moment you pour.