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Vanilla Matcha Latte in a mug on a white cloth.
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Vanilla Matcha Latte

This Vanilla Matcha Latte is an easy and delicious morning or afternoon drink. It is warm, and vibrantly green and the vanilla bean syrup takes it to the next level!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Drinks
Cuisine: American, Asian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 1 Latte
Calories: 133kcal
Author: Megan Calipari
Cost: $3

Equipment

  • 1 1 Quart Saucepan
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Paring Knife
  • 1 Matcha Bowl and Whisk
  • 1 Hand Held Milk Frother or Steamer
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients

For the Vanilla Bean Syrup

  • 1 Medium Vanilla Bean
  • ½ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ Cup Water
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract

For the Matcha Latte

  • 1 teaspoon Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powder
  • ¼ Cup Hot Water about 170* F
  • ¾ Cup Non-Dairy Milk
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Syrup

Instructions

First Make the Vanilla Syrup

  • Slice the vanilla bean in half lengthwise. then, use a paring knife to scrape the seeds out of the pod.
    1 Medium Vanilla Bean
  • In a 1-quart saucepan, combine sugar, water and the vanilla bean seeds and pod. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally until the mixture comes to a boil. Allow the syrup to boil for 1 minute.
    ½ Cup Granulated Sugar, ½ Cup Water
  • Place a lid onto the pot and remove from heat. Allow the mixture to steep for 10 minutes. Then, remove the lid and add the vanilla extract. Stir to combine and use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
    ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract

For the Vanilla Matcha Latte

  • Sift the matcha powder in to a matcha bowl or the bottom of a mug. Add hot water and whisk well until the mixture is frothy.
    1 teaspoon Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powder, ¼ Cup Hot Water
  • In a steaming pitcher, combine the non-dairy milk and vanilla syrup. Steam the milk until it is about 160* F. If you don't have a steaming wand, warm the mixture in the microwave and froth using a hand mixer!
    ¾ Cup Non-Dairy Milk, 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Syrup
  • Add the warm vanilla frothed non-dairy milk into a large mug and top with the matcha. Serve Immediately.

Notes

To make this an iced latte, add the non-dairy milk and vanilla syrup into a tall glass, add ice and pour the whisked matcha on top. Stir and serve.
If you don't have a matcha bowl and whisk, use a hand-held frother.
Similarly, if you don't have a steam wand to heat and froth the milk, microwave the milk and use a hand-held frother to froth the milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Latte | Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 262mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 696IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 2mg