Vegan Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte

Layers of fresh strawberry puree, non-dairy milk, and vivid green tea come together to create this refreshing vegan iced Strawberry Matcha Latte.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Beverage

Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese

Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free option, oil-free, soy-free option, vegan

Servings:

Calories: 129kcal

1 teaspoon matcha powder
¼ cup boiling water (approximately 175°F/80°C)
½ cup strawberries roughly chopped
1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup (Use 2 Tablespoons if you prefer a sweeter drink.)
½ to 1 cup crushed ice (or ice cubes)
½ cup unsweetened plant milk (I recommend organic soy or oat milk, but almond, coconut, or your favorite non-dairy milk can be used.)

Prepare the matcha by whisking together the matcha powder and boiling water until no lumps remain. Set aside.
1 teaspoon matcha powder, ¼ cup boiling water
Add the strawberries and pure maple syrup to a blender. Blend until a puree is formed. It does not have to be perfectly smooth.
½ cup strawberries, 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup
Place the puree in the bottom of a tall glass and top with ice.
Pour the plant milk over the ice.
½ to 1 cup crushed ice, ½ cup unsweetened plant milk
Give the prepared matcha a quick stir and pour it over the milk. Enjoy immediately.

For an extra caffeine boost, use two teaspoons of matcha powder instead of one.
Try this recipe with your favorite fresh fruits such as blueberries, raspberries, mango, or pineapple. Or use a combination of two fruits.
For a fruit-sweetened version, substitute a Medjool date or two soaked in hot water in place of the pure maple syrup.
Or use your favorite liquid sweetener such as agave nectar, brown rice syrup, or monk fruit.