Description
A warm, frothy latte that blends earthy matcha with sweet cinnamon for a cozy, antioxidant-rich drink that’s quick to make and comforting to sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tsp matcha powder (ceremonial grade preferred)
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or soy)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 2 tbsp hot water (~175°F / 80°C)
Instructions
- Heat milk in a small saucepan until steaming, but not boiling.
- In a small bowl, sift the matcha powder.
- Add hot water to matcha and whisk briskly in a zig-zag motion until frothy.
- Stir in ground cinnamon and honey or maple syrup, if using.
- Pour the steamed milk into the matcha mixture, whisking or frothing to blend.
- Pour into a mug, top with foam, and dust lightly with extra cinnamon.
Notes
Use water below boiling to avoid bitterness, and always sift your matcha for a smooth, café-style finish. Adjust sweetness and cinnamon to taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg