Vanilla Sweet Cream Iced Matcha Latte Recipe
Enjoy a refreshing and creamy Vanilla Sweet Cream Iced Matcha Latte made with vibrant matcha powder, smooth milk, and a luscious homemade vanilla sweet cream. This easy-to-make iced beverage balances earthy matcha with sweet vanilla notes, perfect for a revitalizing treat any time of day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Ingredients
Matcha Mixture
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder (fine, bright green)
- 2 tablespoons hot water (not boiling)
Vanilla Sweet Cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup (or 1 tbsp sugar + 1/4 tsp vanilla extract)
Main Beverage
- 1 cup milk (cold, whole or 2%)
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Mix the Matcha: In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon matcha powder with 2 tablespoons of hot water (not boiling). Whisk vigorously until the matcha dissolves completely and the mixture is smooth with no lumps to ensure a perfect blend for the latte.
- Make the Vanilla Sweet Cream: In a small cup, stir together 1/4 cup heavy cream and 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup (or mixture of sugar and vanilla extract) until the cream thickens slightly and becomes smooth. This will create a rich and flavorful topping for your iced matcha.
- Add Ice and Milk: Fill a glass with 1 cup of ice cubes, then pour 1 cup of cold milk over the ice. This cool base will complement the matcha and vanilla cream perfectly.
- Assemble the Latte: Pour the whisked matcha mixture into the glass over the milk and ice. Finally, gently layer the vanilla sweet cream on top. Stir before drinking to blend the flavors or sip to enjoy the creamy swirls.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute dairy milk and cream with oat milk and coconut cream respectively.
- Matcha powder should be fine and bright green for best flavor and smoothness.
- Use hot water below boiling (around 175°F) to prevent bitterness in matcha.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of vanilla syrup or sugar to taste.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and freshness.
