Iced Creamy Salted Maple Matcha Latte With Vanilla
We’re so ready for fall, crisp winds, colorful leaves, and the flavors that make this season special. It’s the time for cozy recipes and drinks that bring a little comfort to your day. Our new matcha latte recipe is creamy, sweetened with maple, fragrant with vanilla, and finished with a hint of sea salt. It fits right into the fall checklist and is the kind of drink you’ll want to keep making all season long. Let’s begin.
- Servings
- 1
- Category
Beverage
- Cuisine
American
Ingredients
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 2–3 tbsp hot water (about 80°C / 175°F)
- ½ cup whole milk or oat milk (chilled)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (cold)
- 1½ tbsp pure maple syrup (or more if you like it sweeter)
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of fine sea salt (plus a little flaky salt for garnish)
- Ice cubes
Directions
- Prepare the matcha green tea powder: In a small bowl, sift the matcha powder to avoid clumps. Add the hot water and whisk briskly (using a bamboo whisk or a small frother) until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Make the creamy base: In a small saucepan, combine the milk, cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Warm (don’t boil) and whisk or froth until thick and velvety.
- Assemble the drink: Fill a tall glass with ice. Pour in the creamy maple-vanilla base. Slowly pour the whisked matcha green tea over the top for a layered effect.
- Optional topping (extra creamy): Add a dollop of whipped cream with a drizzle of maple syrup, a pinch of flaky sea salt, and a dusting of matcha powder for a cafe style look.
