Matcha lattes to make at home that are (quicker) and tastier than your fav coffee shop
If you are obsessed with matcha, like me, you have to try these DIY recipes at home to make the matcha of your dreams! This blog post is a lil diff than my typical therapy/spirituality content, but let’s face it - making your fav matcha at home can be a sacred meditation.
I love getting a matcha latte here and there, but I prefer to make it at home because I know what’s in it, it’s special to prepare it myself, and it saves me $7-10/cafe matcha.
Scroll down to see recipes I’ve made and love
Tools you’ll need:
Matcha powder
Whisk and bowl
Blender
Glass or mug
Milk frother
Ingredients I rotate:
Dried flower buds (lavender, rose, hibiscus, chamomile)
Fresh fruit or jam (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, guava)
Honey, agave, or sugar
Milk alternatives
To me, the type of milk I use makes or breaks my latte. Here are a few of my favs:
Unsweetened Almond Milk by Silk
Extra Creamy Plain Oat Milk by Chobani
Unsweetened Oat Milk by Trader Joes
Toasted Coconut & Almond Milk by Califa
Matcha brands I’ve tried over the years:
Organic Matcha Powder by Mighty Leaf (best for everyday use and price)
Organic Spiced Matcha Powder by Mighty Leaf (best for a chai-like matcha)
Organic Barista Matcha Powder by Rishi (best for slightly richer flavor)
Organic Everyday Matcha Powder by Rishi (best for cooking/baking)
Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powder by Matcha Bar (best for color and nutty flavor)
Organic Culinary Matcha Powder by Jade Leaf (not bad IMO, but also not my fav)
Organic Ceremonial Matcha Barista Edition by Jade Leaf (better than culinary IMO)
Organic Daily Green Matcha by Yoko (best for smooth texture)
Four Sigmatic used to have a Matcha Powder with ginger, but it looks like they only have this one now
The greener the matcha powder is, the better the quality and flavor profile. Ceremonial and Barista are better for latter whereas Culinary is better for baking/cooking.
I personally don’t think terms like organic, first harvest, etc. make a difference with matcha.
At the end of the day, I prefer the Organic Matcha Powder by Mighty Leaf for daily use.
The matcha portion will almost always be the same in each recipe below.
360 of 365 days a year, I am drinking a cold matcha latte. Here’s how I make it:
Grab my bullet blender cup
Pour 1/2 cup of water and 1/2 cup of alt milk
Add 1.5 tsp of matcha powder
Blend for 10-30 seconds
Froth 1/4 to 1/2 cup of alt milk with syrup for 45-60 seconds
Fill a glass with ice
Now we have a few options for how I craft the drink:
Layered: Pour 1/2 the frothed mix over ice, add matcha, pour the remaining half
Half & Half: Pour matcha over ice and add frothed mix on top (or vice versa)
If I drink hot matcha:
I prefer to whisk 1.5 tsp of matcha powder and hot water in a bowl with a chasen (matcha whisk)
Simmer and froth my favorite milk with syrup together
Pour matcha over milk/syrup
My best piece of advice: Play around with flavors, milks, and matchas that excite you. Learn what you like and dislike through trial and error.
Lavender & Honey Matcha
Simple Syrup Ingredients:
1 cup water
1 cup honey (sub for agave, sugar, or your fav sweetener)
2 tablespoons culinary dried lavender
Instructions:
In a small saucepan, combine the water and honey. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the honey is completely dissolved. Do not let the mixture boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the dried lavender.
Let the mixture steep for at least 30 minutes, or longer for a stronger lavender flavor. You can taste it periodically to check the strength.
Using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth, strain the syrup into a clean jar or bottle to remove the lavender buds.
Store the syrup in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to two weeks.
Add a tablespoon or two of the syrup to your prepared matcha, adjusting to your desired level of sweetness and flavor.
Top latte with fresh lavender buds
Bonus: You could turn this into a cold foam with heavy cream or non-dairy options
Pairs best with: Oat Milk
Strawberry Matcha
Simple Syrup Ingredients:
1 cup (or carton) fresh strawberries, diced and stems removed
2-3 tbsp water
1 cup sugar (sub for honey, agave, or your favorite sweetener)
Instructions:
In a small saucepan, combine the strawberries, water, and sweetener. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the sugar is completely dissolved. Mash the strawberries gently with a spoon or fork to help them release their juices.
Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Blend in your blender to get the most of the syrup or if texture is a concern, strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle, pressing the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
Store the syrup in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to two weeks.
Add a tablespoon or two of the syrup to your prepared matcha or froth with 1/2 to 1/4 cup of milk to pour on top of matcha, adjusting to your desired level of sweetness and flavor.
Top latte with fresh strawberry slices or rose petals
Bonus: Turn this into a cold foam with heavy cream or non-dairy options.
Pairs best with: Almond or Oat Milk
See Strawberry Jam Matcha below for an alternative
Blueberry Matcha
Simple Syrup Ingredients:
1 cup (or carton) fresh blueberries
Cover blueberries with water
1-2 tbsp of fresh lemon juice
1 cup agave (sub for sugar, agave, or your favorite sweetener)
Instructions:
In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, water, and sweetener. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries break down and the sweetener is completely dissolved. Mash the blueberries gently with a spoon or fork to help them release their juices.
Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Blend in your blender to get the most of the syrup or if texture is a concern, strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle, pressing the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
Store the syrup in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to two weeks.
Add a tablespoon or two of the syrup to your prepared matcha or froth with 1/2 to 1/4 cup of milk to pour on top of matcha, adjusting to your desired level of sweetness and flavor.
Bonus: Turn this into a cold foam with heavy cream or non-dairy options.
Pairs best with: Almond Milk
Guava Jam Matcha
Ingredients:
1 cup prepared matcha
1-2 tablespoons Trader Joe's guava jam (or to taste)
1 cup oat milk (or milk of your choice)
Ice (optional)
Instructions:
Place the guava jam at the bottom of your glass.
Add a few ice cubes, if you're making an iced latte.
Pour in your milk and mathca miz
Stir to combine all the ingredients.
Bonus: For a richer flavor, you can warm a small amount of the oat milk and whisk it with the guava jam until it's smooth before adding it to the glass.
Pairs best with: Almond Milk
Strawberry Jam Matcha
Ingredients:
1 cup prepared matcha
1-2 tablespoons Trader Joe's strawberry jam (or to taste)
1 cup oat milk (or milk of your choice)
Ice (optional)
Instructions:
Add the strawberry jam to the bottom of your glass.
If making an iced latte, add a few ice cubes.
Pour the matcha milk mix over the jam and ice.
Stir everything together before enjoying.
Bonus: For an extra creamy texture, you can froth the jam with the milk before adding it to the glass.
Pairs best with: Oat milk or almond milk.
Pistachio & Chocolate Matcha
Ingredients:
1 cup prepared matcha (adjust to your preferred strength)
1-2 scoops of Trader Joe's Pistachio Fior di Latte Gelato
1 cup oat milk
Chocolate sauce for drizzling
Chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare your matcha in a separate cup or bowl.
In a frother or a blender, combine the oat milk and the gelato. Blend or froth until smooth and foamy.
Pour the frothed pistachio milk over your prepared matcha.
Drizzle with chocolate sauce and top with chopped pistachios.
Bonus: Turn this into a cold foam with heavy cream or non-dairy options.
Pairs best with: Oat Milk
Stay tuned for updated recipes on this post to come!
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Quick Disclaimer:
As a therapist, I believe that self-care is a vital part of mental well-being. This blog is a space where I share some of my favorite simple pleasures, like making delicious drinks, to help inspire moments of peace and connection in your own life. Please remember that this content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.
Allergy Warning: Always check the ingredients of any products you use, including jams and milks, to avoid any ingredients you may be allergic to.
Caffeine Sensitivity: Matcha contains caffeine. While it can often provide a more sustained and gentle energy boost than coffee due to the presence of L-theanine, the caffeine content can still be significant. If you are sensitive to caffeine, it's best to discuss it with your physician before incorporating it into your diet.
Listen to Your Body: Experiment with ingredients and recipes you enjoy. Scratch anything that doesn’t taste good to you. Just because I like it doesn’t mean you will too.