This iced strawberry matcha latte is better than anything you’ll get at a café! With sweet, fresh strawberries and smooth, earthy matcha, it’s the most refreshing drink for a hot day. It comes together in less than 10 minutes and is so much cheaper than buying one out.
I love a fancy café experience. Breakfast is my favourite meal of the day, and heading out with friends for brunch and trying a new spot is always fun. But lately I’ve had more underwhelming experiences than I’d like. It’s actually what pushed me to share my ultimate avocado toast recipe.
A recent café visit left me with an avo toast on burnt sourdough and an iced strawberry matcha latte that just lacked flavour. So, the next day, I decided to try and make my own version at home and it absolutely delivered!
This iced strawberry matcha latte is such a fun drink to make on the weekend or whenever you want a little pick-me-up that feels a bit bougie. If you love fruity drinks or you’re matcha-curious, this is a fun one to try. You can also easily swap the strawberries for blueberries or any other berries you like.
Key Ingredients
You don’t need much to make this café-style strawberry matcha latte at home.
Note all ingredients and their quantities are laid out in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Matcha powder – look for a ceremonial grade matcha with a bright, vibrant green colour. That’s usually a good sign it’ll be smooth and not bitter.
- Strawberries – fresh will give you the best flavour, but frozen can work too. Just blend them with a splash of water if needed to help them puree.
- Maple syrup – my favourite way to sweeten matcha. It keeps this drink refined sugar free and adds a really nice flavour. You could also use honey.
- Oat milk – I pretty much only drink oat milk as I find the taste more mild than other plant-based milks, but you can use coconut milk, soy milk, almond milk or any nut based milk you like. Macadamia milk I think would be delicious!
What matcha should I use?
Now, I get it, matcha isn’t for everyone. It has a very specific flavour. But I also think not all matcha is equal. If you’ve tried it and didn’t enjoy it, there’s a good chance it was just a bad one. Yes, even as a matcha lover, I’ve had some bad, bitter, grassy ones. A good matcha should taste subtle, earthy and naturally sweet. I never put sugar in my coffee, but a little sweetener in matcha is essential.
My current favourite matcha is the YAMASAN KYOTO UJI brand, which I picked up from Amazon. It’s ceremonial grade and first harvest, meaning it’s made from younger green tea leaves. It is vibrant in colour, smooth in flavour, and fairly affordable compared to others on the market. If you’re new to matcha, I recommend trying a few brands and see what flavour profile you prefer.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Start by preparing your matcha. You want to boil the kettle and then let it sit for a bit so it doesn’t burn the green tea.
Next, sift the matcha powder into a bowl if you can as this is going to help prevent lumps, and add the hot (not boiling) water. Whisk using a bamboo matcha whisk until smooth and frothy. If you don’t have one, a small regular whisk or milk frother works too.
Next, make your strawberry puree. I like to finely chop the strawberries with a knife then add them to a bowl with the maple syrup and mash with a fork. This way my puree still has a nice chunky texture. The only thing to keep in mind is if you like to drink your matcha with a straw, just make sure you have mashed the strawberries well so they don’t block the straw!
Otherwise, you can do this step in a mini food processor or a blender.
Finally assemble your drink. The best part is of course the pretty layers, so start with your strawberry puree followed by the ice cubes. Pour in your oat milk, followed by the prepared matcha.
Give everything a mix and enjoy! You can adjust the amount of maple syrup to taste depending on how sweet you want it and the flavour of your matcha.
Recipe FAQs
You don’t need it, but it makes a big difference when it comes to the taste. Ceremonial grade matcha is smoother, sweeter and less bitter than culinary grade, making it ideal for drinks.
Yes! If strawberries are out of season and you want to make this, frozen strawberries work perfectly. Just thaw them slightly and blend or mash with a splash of water to help them break down.
Oat milk (like oats) is not always certified gluten free. If you need it to be strictly gluten free, make sure to choose a plant-based milk that is clearly labelled gluten free.
If you do make this recipe, please be sure to leave a comment and ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below! And tag any of your creations on Instagram with @eightforestlane as I would love to see.
More matcha recipes:
Vegan Matcha Cupcakes
Matcha Chia Pudding
Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 2 tablespoons hot water just off the boil
- ½ cup fresh strawberries
- 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup to taste
- 1 cup oat milk or any plant-based milk, approximately
- Ice
Instructions
- Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl. Add the hot water and whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk or a small regular whisk until smooth and frothy. Set aside.
- Trim the strawberries and finely chop them. Add them to a bowl with the maple syrup and use a fork to mash until you have a chunky purée.
- Add the strawberry purée to a glass and top with ice cubes.
- Pour in the oat milk, followed by the prepared matcha.
- Stir before drinking if you like, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
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