Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of fresh strawberries and creamy matcha with this Strawberry Matcha Latte recipe. Perfect for a refreshing drink on a warm day!
Ingredients
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For the Strawberry Puree:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Matcha Latte:
- 2 teaspoons high-quality matcha powder
- 2 ounces hot water (around 175°F)
- 1 cup milk of your choice (dairy, almond, oat, soy, etc.)
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup or honey (optional)
Additional:
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Whipped cream, extra strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the quartered strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
- Cook the Strawberries: Place the saucepan over medium heat. As the strawberries heat up, they will release their juices. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Simmer and Soften: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes, or until the strawberries are very soft and have broken down. The mixture should thicken slightly.
- Blend the Puree: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Carefully transfer the strawberry mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender directly in the saucepan. Blend until smooth. Be cautious when blending hot liquids; vent the blender lid to prevent pressure buildup.
- Strain (Optional): For a smoother puree, you can strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds. This step is optional but recommended for a more refined texture.
- Cool the Puree: Allow the strawberry puree to cool completely before using it in the latte. You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Sift the Matcha: Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl. This helps to remove any clumps and ensures a smoother concentrate.
- Add Hot Water: Pour the hot water (around 175°F) over the sifted matcha powder. It’s important that the water isn’t boiling, as this can make the matcha taste bitter.
- Whisk the Matcha: Use a bamboo whisk or small whisk to vigorously whisk the matcha and water together until frothy.
- Adjust Consistency (Optional): If the matcha concentrate is too strong, add a little more hot water to dilute it slightly.
- Prepare the Glass: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
- Add Strawberry Puree: Pour strawberry puree into the glass.
- Pour in the Milk: Gently pour milk over the strawberry puree and ice.
- Sweeten (Optional): Add simple syrup or honey to the milk if desired.
- Add Matcha Concentrate: Pour the matcha concentrate over the milk.
- Stir (Optional): Stir if desired.
- Garnish (Optional): Top with whipped cream and a fresh strawberry.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Strawberry Matcha Latte!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing, Blending
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Strawberry Matcha Latte, Matcha Drink, Strawberry Drink, Refreshing Beverage
