Let me show you how to make the perfect almond milk matcha latte in just 5 minutes. This easy dairy-free recipe has a creamy texture, earthy flavor and tastes just like in a coffee shop. Low in carbs and calories, it is a great alternative to coffee and a healthy way to start the day.
I am a matcha latte lover. It's how I start every single morning. That's why I decided to share a tutorial how I make it.
With only 3 simple ingredients, the recipe is very easy. But, there are a few tricks to ensure that your almond milk matcha has a smooth consistency and tastes like the one you would order in a good café.
The Japanese have turned the preparation of matcha into a beautiful ceremony. This is a wonderful thing in its own right, but not what we're after here.
I want to show you how to prepare a great tasting matcha latte with almond milk, both with and without any "special equipment". All in as little time as possible.
Serve for breakfast with a keto croissant, keto scrambled eggs or a keto English muffin!
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🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Sugar-free, keto and low carb - Unsweetened almond milk is very low in carbs, making one cup of matcha only 0.7g net carbs
- Vegan, dairy-free and low in calories - 25 calories per cup
- Ready in just 5 minutes
- So much cheaper than in a coffee shop
- Creamy texture and mellow taste
- Exceptionally healthy - Matcha is packed with antioxidants and has a ton of other health benefits. More details further down in the post!
Ingredients
Matcha powder - This is Japanese green tea that is ground into a fine powder. It has a vibrant green color. Matcha for drinking in teas or lattes should always be ceremonial grade, not culinary grade.
Unsweetened almond milk - Choose a brand that is high in fat, such as Plenish. This way, you will be able to foam it.
Water - Boiled, and cooled to around 80C / 175F. Don't use boiling water.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Equipment
You don't NEED any of the equipment below. But if you like matcha and want to drink it regularly, they are worth the investment.
- Matcha whisk - The traditional matcha whisk is called chasen. It is crafted from a single piece of bamboo and has around 100 prongs. It froths the matcha and won't scratch your bowl or cup.
- Matcha bowl - A flat bottomed bowl. It is used to froth the matcha powder with a little water to make it smooth.
- Electric milk frother - Creates air bubbles in the almond milk that make it taste thick and creamy.
If you don't have any of the equipment above, grab the following:
- Small sieve
- Wide-bottomed cup or bowl
- Balloon whisk or high speed blender
Instructions
This section contains step-by-step instructions and photos that show how to make this recipe. See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities
Step 1: Put the matcha powder into a mug or a matcha bowl. Add a little hot water. Whisk using a bamboo whisk in a W-motion, breaking up any clumps. You are done when the top is nice and foamy.
Step 2: Heat the almond milk. Then, froth it with an electric milk frother.
Step 3: Pour the milk on top of the matcha mix. That's it!
Making Matcha Latte Without Equipment
- If you don't have the chasen bamboo whisk, press the matcha tea powder through a small sieve into a wide cup. This gets rid of any clumps.
- Add the hot water and whisk vigorously using a ballon whisk.
- Heat the almond milk.
- If you don't have the frother, blend the hot milk in a high speed blender or smoothie blender. A regular kitchen whisk will also create some foam.
Katrin's Top Tips
I drink almond matcha latte all the time. Here are my top tips how to make it taste creamy and mellow:
Quality counts. Buy a good quality organic matcha tea powder. Spending a little more will ensure the taste is smooth. The differences are enormous.
Hot, not boiling. Always use hot water for a better tasting matcha. Boiling water scorches the matcha powder and makes it taste bitter.
Smoothness is key. Make sure there are no clumps. Either use a matcha whisk or use a sieve and then a balloon whisk to create a smooth matcha paste before adding the rest of the liquid.
Froth warm milk. Heat the milk first, then froth it. The ideal temperature for frothing almond milk is 65C or 150F. At this temperature, the air bubbles are stable and create that creamy texture we all love.
Add-Ins And Variations
Here are some optional add-ins that go well with the recipe:
Sweetness: This being a sugar-free blog, I recommend either a sugar-free syrup or liquid allulose. Or, use a powdered sugar substitute such as monk fruit sweetener, xylitol or Swerve.
If adding sugar is not a concern, feel free to add maple syrup or coconut sugar.
Flavor: I sometimes add a pinch of cinnamon and / or ground ginger. You can also add a dash of vanilla extract.
Of course, it is possible to make a matcha latte recipe with oat milk or coconut milk.
Health Benefits
Matcha does not only contain caffeine. It is actually considered a superfood and has science-backed health benefits. It is...
- high in antioxidants and amino acids
- good for the heart
- may protect the liver
- supports brain function
- may help prevent cancer
- promotes weight loss
Related Recipes
Here are more healthy low carb drinks to start the day - from coffee to smoothies:
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Recipe
Almond Milk Matcha Latte
from Sugar Free LondonerNote: The servings slider only changes the first amount in each line and not any subsequent amounts. Please make your own calculations where necessary.
Equipment
- 1 bamboo whisk optional
- 1 electric milk frother optional
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon matcha tea powder ceremonial grade
- ¼ cup hot water 60 ml, must be 80C / 175F, NOT BOILING
- ¾ cup almond milk 180ml, unsweetened and with a high fat content, warmed to 65C or 150F
Instructions
- Put the matcha powder into a wide bottomed mug or a bowl. Add a little hot water (I add 2 tablespoon). Whisk using a bamboo whisk, breaking up any clumps. You are done when the top is nice and foamy. **see notes if you don't have a bamboo whisk
- Warm the almond milk. Then, froth it with an electric milk frother. ***see notes
- Pour in the remaining water and the foamed milk on top of the matcha mix.
Jane
You have turned me into a matcha latte lover! Thank you for all the tips. So delicious.