Coconut Cream Strawberry Matcha

This layered matcha latte is a lightly sweet beverage you're going to want to sip all morning long. Muddled strawberries are topped with a thick coconut cream layer and freshly-made matcha tea. The flavor of earthy matcha complemented by sweet strawberry is heavenly. It’s a visually stunning drink that’s just as satisfying to look at as it is to taste.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sliced strawberries

• 1/3 cup full-fat canned coconut milk

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (adjust to taste)

• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla powder

• 1 teaspoon matcha tea powder

• 2 ounces hot water

• Ice (to fill the glass)
  
  

Instructions

1. Muddle the Strawberries:
   Add the sliced strawberries to the bottom of your serving glass. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently mash them into a pulp.

2. Prepare the Matcha:
   In a small bowl or cup, whisk the matcha tea powder with hot water until fully dissolved and frothy.

3. Make the Coconut Cream:
   In another bowl, whisk together the full-fat coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla powder until thick and creamy.

4. Assemble the Drink:
   Fill the glass with ice over the muddled strawberries. Slowly pour in the coconut cream mixture. Gently pour the matcha tea over the back of a spoon to layer it on top.

5. Serve and Enjoy:
   Serve immediately. Stir before drinking if preferred, or enjoy the layered look and sip through a straw for a mix of all the flavors.
   
   

Serving Suggestion

Enjoy this refreshing and creamy drink in the morning as a unique alternative to coffee or as a mid-afternoon treat. It’s best served chilled and makes a beautiful addition to brunch or spring gatherings.

Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving)

• Calories: 200–250 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 20–25g

• Protein: 2–3g

• Fat: 15–20g

• Fiber: 2–3g

• Sugar: 10–15g

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Difficulty: Easy