Do not use boiling water
Too hot water emphasizes bitter substances and makes Matcha taste dull. 75 to 80 ° C are sufficient for a mild latte.
Japanese-inspired Recipe
Strawberry Matcha Latte
For a strawberry matcha latte, ripe strawberries are pureed with a little sugar and lemon juice, followed by ice cubes, milk and matcha, which is stirred with water at 75 to 80 ° C until smooth and frothy.
Total time
15 min
Calories
145 kcal
Servings
2 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Mix strawberry-matcha latte fruity instead of bitter
Matcha becomes bitter and dull when the water boils or the powder remains unsifted. Sieve it into a bowl and beat it smooth with warm, non-boiling water. Ripe strawberries need only a little extra sweetness; lemon juice lifts their aroma. For visible layers, puree, then ice and milk are added to the glass, while the matcha is slowly poured in at the end.
Summer Recipes
Fruit
Recipe
Strawberry Matcha Latte
Fresh strawberry puree, cold milk and finely whipped Matcha form a fruity iced latte with clear pink-green layers.
Ingredients
2 servings
Method
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1
Prepare strawberries
Wash the strawberries briefly, pat dry thoroughly and remove the green. Halve very large fruits so that they are pureed evenly.
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2
Blend strawberry puree
Puree strawberries finely with sugar and lemon juice. To ensure a particularly smooth consistency, pass through a fine sieve; this step can be omitted for more fruit structure.
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3
Matcha seven
Put Matcha through a fine tea sieve into a matcha bowl or small bowl. Let water cool to 75 to 80 ° C; boiling water would make the tea unnecessarily bitter.
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4
Whipping up matcha
Add warm water to the Matcha and whisk with a bamboo whisk or a small milk foamer for 20 to 30 seconds until no lumps are visible and fine foam forms.
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5
Layering the latte
Divide the strawberry purée between two glasses. Carefully add ice cubes and cold milk, then slowly pour the Matcha over the back of a spoon. Stir before drinking.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Strawberry Matcha Latte
Strawberries sweet after ripe
Taste the puree before layering. Very ripe fruits often require little or no additional sugar.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Use a well chilled barista oat drink. Its slight sweetness goes well with strawberries and softens the tart note of Matcha.
Replace half of the strawberries with raspberries and strain the purée through a sieve to remove the seeds.
Nutrition per serving
145kcal
22.0 gCarbohydrates
6.0 gProtein
4.5 gFat
Values are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Strawberry Matcha Latte
A fresh, bright green matcha of good drinking quality is the best choice. Very tart cooking powder can taste bitter despite milk and strawberries.
Matcha draws moisture and clumps easily. Strain the powder dry and mix it with only a small amount of warm water.
Yes. Defrost them completely and drain off any excess liquid. Otherwise, the puree will become thinner and mix with the milk more quickly.
Oat drink tastes creamy and slightly sweet, almond drink a bit nuttier. Soy drink provides more protein, but can flake out more easily with a lot of lemon juice.
Cover the strawberry purée and keep it in the fridge for a day. Whip the matcha fresh and only layer the latte just before drinking.
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