Matcha Latte Recipe

Inspired by The Arms

Time10m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Sift matcha
Sift 2 tsp matcha powder into a small bowl to remove clumps. This helps create a smooth paste.
2
Add hot water
Pour 2 tablespoons of hot water (about 80°C / 175°F) over the sifted matcha.
3
Whisk into paste
Using a bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) or a small frother, whisk vigorously in an M or zig-zag motion until a smooth, frothy paste forms and no dry powder remains (about 15–30 seconds).
4
Sweeten (optional)
If you prefer your latte sweetened in the paste, stir in 1 tsp of honey, agave, or simple syrup now until dissolved.

5
Heat milk
In a small saucepan, gently heat 1 cup milk over medium-low heat until steaming and small bubbles form around the edges (do not boil), about 3–4 minutes. If using a microwave, heat for 1–1.5 minutes until hot but not boiling.
6
Froth milk
Froth the hot milk using a milk frother, handheld electric whisk, or by vigorously shaking in a heatproof jar with lid for 20–30 seconds to create microfoam.
7
Add vanilla and sweetener (optional)
If desired, stir 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1 tsp sweetener into the hot milk until combined.

8
Pour the prepared matcha paste into your serving cup.
9
Slowly pour the steamed, frothed milk over the matcha while holding back foam with a spoon, then spoon the foam on top.
10
Garnish with a light dusting (about 1/4 tsp) of matcha powder or a dollop (about 2 tbsp) of whipped cream if desired.
11
Serve immediately. Stir before drinking to fully combine the matcha and milk.