Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte (Print Version)

Vibrant strawberry and matcha layers topped with creamy vanilla for a refreshing summer drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Strawberry Layer

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons water
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

→ Matcha Layer

05 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
06 - 1/4 cup hot water, approximately 175°F

→ Vanilla Sweet Cream

07 - 1/2 cup whole milk or dairy-free alternative
08 - 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
09 - 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract with 1 tablespoon simple syrup

→ Assembly

10 - 1 cup ice cubes
11 - Fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Combine strawberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring and mashing until strawberries soften and mixture becomes syrupy, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, allow to cool, then blend or mash until smooth consistency is achieved. Set aside.
02 - Sift matcha powder into a bowl. Add hot water and whisk vigorously using a bamboo whisk or milk frother until smooth and frothy consistency develops.
03 - In a small pitcher, whisk together milk, cream, and vanilla syrup until fully combined.
04 - Divide strawberry puree equally between two large glasses. Add ice cubes to each glass. Slowly pour vanilla sweet cream over ice. Gently pour matcha over cream to create distinct layered effect.
05 - Garnish with sliced strawberries if desired. Stir thoroughly before drinking.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The Instagram-worthy layers are so pretty that people always ask what you're drinking, and you get to feel like a barista without leaving home.
  • It tastes way better than bottled versions because the strawberry is actually fresh and the matcha doesn't taste like grass clippings.
  • You can make it in under 10 minutes, which means no excuses on those mornings when you really need something special.
02 -
  • If you pour the matcha too quickly over the cream, it will sink and muddy your layers—patience and a gentle hand are everything here, so pour it slowly like you're paying respects.
  • Don't skip sifting the matcha powder because one tiny lump will float around making your drink grainy and disappointing when you hit it with your straw.
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before assembling if you want the drink to stay cold longer and look extra professional.
  • Make a big batch of strawberry puree on a Sunday and keep it in the fridge for quick drinks all week—it's like having a cafe in your kitchen.
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