I’m done paying $8 for a matcha latte that’s 80% ice
I’m done paying $8 for a matcha latte that’s 80% ice is a easy Japanese recipe that serves 1. 180 calories per serving. Recipe by Ian Fujimoto on YouTube.
Prep: 5 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 10 min
Cost: $57.01 total, $57.01 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Matcha Powder (Ceremonial grade, sifted)
- 30 ml Hot Water (Heated to about 80°C (176°F))
- 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (Optional, adjust to taste)
- 250 ml Whole Milk (Chilled, for maximum creaminess)
- 1 cartridge N2O Charger Cartridge (Standard 8‑gram nitrous oxide charger for whipped‑cream dispensers)
- 1 unit Whipped Cream Dispenser (Nitro Canister) (500 ml capacity, clean and dry)
Instructions
Bloom Matcha
Sift 1 tsp matcha into a small mixing bowl, add 30 ml hot water (≈80°C) and whisk in a circular motion for about 30 seconds until fully dissolved.
Time: PT30S
Temperature: 80°C
Sweeten and Froth
Add 1 tsp granulated sugar, then whisk side‑to‑side for 45 seconds until a light froth forms on the surface.
Time: PT45S
Load Dispenser
Pour the matcha‑sugar mixture into the whipped‑cream dispenser, using a spatula to scrape any residue from the bowl.
Time: PT1M
Add Milk
Add 250 ml chilled whole milk to the dispenser, then close the lid tightly.
Time: PT30S
Charge Dispenser
Insert the N2O charger cartridge, twist until you hear a hiss, then gently shake the dispenser for about 10 seconds to mix.
Time: PT30S
Serve
Hold the dispenser upright and press the lever to dispense the creamy matcha latte into a serving cup. Pour slowly to minimize large air bubbles.
Time: PT15S
Cleanup
Disassemble the dispenser, wash the bowl, whisk, sieve, and any other tools with warm soapy water, then dry.
Time: PT5M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 8 g
- Carbohydrates
- 20 g
- Fat
- 8 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Can be made vegan by using plant‑based milk
Allergens: Dairy
Last updated: April 7, 2026






