Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte (Printable Version)

A vibrant iced drink blending strawberry, matcha, and vanilla cream in layered refreshment.

# What You 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 plus 1 tablespoon simple syrup

→ Assembly

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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine strawberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring and mashing until strawberries soften and become syrupy, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, allow to cool, then blend or mash until smooth and set aside.
02 - Sift matcha powder into a bowl. Add hot water and whisk vigorously using a bamboo whisk or milk frother until the mixture becomes smooth and frothy.
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 the ice. Gently pour matcha over the cream to create distinct layered effect.
05 - Garnish with sliced strawberries if desired. Stir before drinking.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required
  • Beautiful layered presentation that impresses every time
  • Perfectly balanced flavors combining sweet, earthy, and creamy notes
  • Easily customizable for vegan and dairy-free diets
  • Uses simple, wholesome ingredients you can feel good about
  • A refreshing alternative to coffee shop beverages
02 -
  • Sift your matcha powder to prevent clumps and ensure a smooth, frothy result
  • Use hot (not boiling) water at about 80°C/175°F for matcha to avoid bitterness
  • Cool the strawberry puree completely before assembling to maintain distinct layers
  • Pour each layer slowly over the back of a spoon for the cleanest separation
  • Add optional lemon juice to the strawberry puree for brightness and to prevent browning
  • Invest in a bamboo whisk or small frother for authentic matcha preparation
  • Always double-check ingredient labels if preparing for guests with allergies
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