Description
This dairy-free Spiced Matcha Latte is a vibrant and healthy green drink, perfect to energize your morning. Infused with warming spices like cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger, this vegan and paleo-friendly latte offers a deliciously spiced twist on traditional matcha, complemented by maple syrup and your choice of non-dairy milk.
Ingredients
Liquids
- 3 ounces water, boiled
- 8 ounces non-dairy milk of choice, warmed
Matcha and Spices
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon turmeric
- ⅛ teaspoon ginger
Sweetener
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup, or to taste
Instructions
- Boil Water and Mix Spices: Boil 3 ounces of water using your preferred method such as on the stovetop, in a kettle, or microwave. Pour the hot water into a small glass mixing cup and add 1 teaspoon matcha powder, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon turmeric, and ⅛ teaspoon ginger. Whisk vigorously until the powders are fully combined and a smooth, vibrant green mixture forms.
- Warm Non-Dairy Milk: Warm 8 ounces of your chosen non-dairy milk in a large mug using your preferred heating method, whether stovetop, microwave, or milk frother, until hot but not boiling.
- Combine and Sweeten: Pour the spiced matcha mixture into the mug of warmed non-dairy milk. Whisk together again to fully blend the flavors. Add 2 teaspoons of maple syrup or adjust sweetness to your taste. Stir well and enjoy your spiced matcha latte immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice levels according to your preference; more cinnamon or ginger for extra warmth.
- Matcha powder quality greatly affects flavor; choose a high-grade culinary or ceremonial matcha for best taste.
- Any non-dairy milk works, including almond, oat, soy, or coconut milk.
- For a chilled version, let the mixture cool and serve over ice.
- This recipe is naturally vegan, paleo-friendly, and dairy-free.
