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A close-up of a matcha latte topped with a delicate leaf design. The vibrant green hue contrasts beautifully with the creamy milk, highlighting a smooth, velvety texture perfect for sipping
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5 from 1 vote

Creamy Matcha Latte with Milk and Honey

This matcha latte recipe combines smooth milk with the bold flavor of green tea powder, sweetened naturally with milk and honey. Perfect to enjoy hot or cold.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Coffee, Drinks
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: green tea, healthy drinks, japanese tea, matcha, matcha latte, milk and honey
Yield: 1 cup
Calories: 120kcal
Author: Chef Marcy Grece

Materials

  • 1 teaspoon 2 g matcha powder (culinary grade)
  • 2 fl oz about 60 ml hot water (approximately 175°F / 80°C)
  • ¾ cup about 180 ml milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1 tablespoon milk and honey or sweetener of your choice

Instructions

  • Sift the matcha: Pass the japanese green tea powder through a fine sieve into a small bowl to eliminate clumps.
  • Add hot water: Carefully pour the hot (not boiling) water over the sifted matcha.
  • Whisk until frothy: Use a bamboo whisk (chasen) or handheld frother to whisk vigorously in a “W” motion, creating a light foam.
  • Warm the milk: Heat the milk in a small saucepan or microwave, avoiding boiling.
  • Combine and sweeten: Pour the warmed milk into the whisked matcha and stir in milk and honey (or your preferred sweetener) to taste.
  • Optional – Iced version: For a chilled latte, add ice cubes to a glass and use cold-frothed milk instead of warm milk.

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Notes

  • Adjust the amount of matcha powder based on your flavor preference—use less for a milder taste or more for a stronger matcha flavor.
  • If lumps remain, sift the matcha powder again or whisk longer.
  • Whole milk or a rich plant-based alternative (like oat milk) will yield a creamier texture.