the perfect matcha latte recipe tutorial for beginners 🍵🥛⭐️
the perfect matcha latte recipe tutorial for beginners 🍵🥛⭐️ is a easy Japanese recipe that serves 1. 38 calories per serving. Recipe by Michelle Kanemitsu on YouTube.
Prep: 9 min | Cook: 2 min | Total: 16 min
Cost: $6.70 total, $6.70 per serving
Ingredients
- 3 g Matcha Powder (high‑quality Japanese daily blend (Mizuba), sifted to remove clumps)
- 30 mL Water (heated to 170°F (77°C) for whisking)
- 1 piece Ice Cube (large cube that melts slowly to avoid dilution)
- 80 mL Califia Oat Milk (unsweetened, non‑dairy, does not overpower matcha flavor)
- 2 mL Pure Maple Syrup (optional sweetener, adds subtle maple flavor)
Instructions
Sift the Matcha
Place 3 g of matcha powder into a fine mesh sifter over a small bowl and sift to remove any clumps.
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Heat Water
Measure 30 mL of water and heat it in a temperature‑controlled kettle to 170°F (77°C).
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Temperature: 170°F
Whisk Matcha and Water
Add the hot water to the sifted matcha in the bowl. Whisk vigorously in a W‑shaped motion for about 30 seconds until frothy, then continue whisking the surface for another minute to create a fine foam.
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Prepare the Cup
Place one large ice cube into a 9‑oz cup. The ice will chill the latte while melting slowly.
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Add Oat Milk
Pour 80 mL of Califia oat milk over the ice cube.
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Sweeten (Optional)
Drizzle 2 mL of pure maple syrup into the cup and stir gently.
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Combine Matcha and Milk
Slowly pour the whisked matcha mixture over the oat milk, allowing it to cascade through the ice.
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Finish and Swirl
Add a splash of water to the original bowl, swirl to loosen any remaining matcha, then pour that into the cup and give a quick stir to ensure every bit of matcha is incorporated.
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Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 38
- Protein
- 1 g
- Carbohydrates
- 7 g
- Fat
- 2 g
- Fiber
- 0.5 g
Dietary info: Vegan, Dairy‑Free, Gluten‑Free (if using certified gluten‑free oats), Nut‑Free
Allergens: Oats
Last updated: April 18, 2026






