Dairy-Free Strawberry Matcha Latte (Printable Version)

A cool, dairy-free iced latte featuring layers of strawberry, matcha, and coconut milk.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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 at 175°F

→ Latte Base

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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

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

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It looks stunning in a glass, and people always ask for the recipe before they even taste it.
  • The whole thing takes ten minutes, which means you can make it without breaking a sweat on hot mornings.
  • Creamy, fruity, and herbaceous all at once—it actually feels like an indulgence that happens to be completely plant-based.
02 -
  • The temperature of your water really matters—I learned this the hard way when boiling water turned my matcha bitter and slightly muddy, and I had to start over.
  • If your layers immediately merge instead of staying distinct, your ice was probably too small or your pours were too fast; next time, use bigger ice cubes and go slower with the liquids.
03 -
  • Make the strawberry purée the night before if you're planning to serve these to guests—it keeps in a sealed container for two days and you'll have one less thing to do in the morning.
  • If your matcha powder has been sitting open for more than a month, it loses its brightness; store it in a cool, dark place or even the fridge to keep it fresher longer.
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