Dairy-Free Strawberry Matcha Latte (Printable Version)

A vibrant iced latte combining strawberry purée, matcha green tea, and creamy coconut milk, perfect for warm days.

# Ingredient List:

→ Strawberry Layer

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
03 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

→ Matcha Layer

04 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
05 - 1/4 cup hot water, approximately 175°F

→ Latte Base

06 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk from carton
07 - 1/2 cup ice cubes

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Combine strawberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice in blender. Process until completely smooth.
02 - Divide strawberry purée evenly between two tall serving glasses.
03 - In small bowl, whisk matcha powder with hot water until smooth and frothy using bamboo whisk or milk frother.
04 - Add ice cubes to each glass directly over strawberry purée.
05 - Pour 1/2 cup coconut milk over ice in each glass.
06 - Slowly pour whisked matcha over coconut milk to create distinct layered visual effect.
07 - Stir lightly before drinking if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Three distinct flavors that stay separate until you sip them together, making every drinking experience feel a little surprising.
  • Ready in 10 minutes with zero cooking, so it's perfect for those mornings when you need something special but don't have time to fuss.
  • Completely dairy-free and naturally sweet without any weird aftertaste, which means you can actually taste the real strawberries and earthy matcha.
02 -
  • If your water is too hot, the matcha tastes grassy and bitter instead of bright and vegetal—a thermometer changed my entire matcha game forever.
  • The layering only works if you pour slowly and deliberately; rushing this step turns it into a swirled mess, which honestly still tastes amazing but loses the visual moment.
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 5 minutes before assembling—it keeps everything colder longer and makes the layering easier because the liquids move slower.
  • Make a big batch of strawberry purée at the beginning of the week and keep it in a mason jar; you can then throw together this drink in literally 3 minutes whenever the craving hits.
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