
Strawberry matcha lattes are all the rage this strawberry season. Vibrant green and vegetal matcha combines with sweet pink strawberry for a fruity iced latte that's full of flavor.
Ingredients
For the matcha:
- 1 tsp culinary grade matcha
- 2 oz hot water at 180°F
- 1/4 cup whole milk or almond milk
Strawberry coulis:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp lemon juice
To serve:
- 3/4 cup whole milk or almond milk
- Ice cubes
Preparation instructions
For the strawberry coulis:
- In a small saucepan add strawberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice.
- Cook at medium-low heat until soft.
- Strain the puree and cool completely.
For matcha:
- In a matcha bowl, sift matcha, add hot water, and whisk until frothy.
- Pour in the milk and froth until doubled in size with a hand milk frother.
Assemble the matcha latte:
- Place 3 tablespoons of the strawberry coulis in a small glass and add milk.
- Mix well with a hand frother.
- Add ice cubes and top with matcha.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking.
Photo and recipe credit: Sandra Aguirre