Dairy-Free Strawberry Matcha Latte (Printable)

A vibrant blend of sweet strawberries, earthy matcha, and creamy oat milk for a refreshing vegan drink.

# Components:

→ Strawberry Layer

01 - 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
03 - 2 tablespoons water

→ Matcha Layer

04 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
05 - 1/4 cup hot water at 175°F

→ Milk Layer

06 - 1 1/2 cups unsweetened oat milk
07 - Ice cubes as needed

# Method:

01 - Combine strawberries, maple syrup, and water in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until strawberries soften and release their juices. Mash lightly with a fork and allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - Pour strawberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing firmly to extract all liquid. Reserve liquid and discard solids or set aside for alternative use.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk matcha powder with hot water until completely dissolved and frothy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
04 - Fill two glasses with ice cubes. Divide strawberry syrup evenly between the glasses.
05 - Pour oat milk evenly into each glass over the strawberry layer.
06 - Gently pour matcha mixture over oat milk to create distinct layered effect.
07 - Serve immediately. Stir before drinking if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's naturally vegan and dairy-free, so everyone at your table gets something special without compromise.
  • The visual drama of those distinct layers makes you feel like you're sipping something from a fancy juice bar, but it takes just 15 minutes.
  • Strawberries and matcha are a flavor pairing that sneaks up on you—familiar yet unexpectedly sophisticated.
02 -
  • If your matcha water is too hot it turns bitter and metallic—aim for around 175°F and you'll taste the difference immediately.
  • The layers only stay distinct if you pour gently and the oat milk is cold; rushing this part or using warm milk will muddy your beautiful colors.
03 -
  • Don't skip straining the strawberry mixture—those small seeds and bits will settle to the bottom of your glass and create a gritty texture that distracts from the experience.
  • If your oat milk separates or looks weird in the package, shake it well before using or the layers won't come together properly.
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