Creamy, sweet, and perfectly balanced, this Vanilla Matcha Latte recipe is perfect for an everyday pick-me-up. It’s so easy to make, but still tastes like something you’d get at your favorite coffee shops!
Easy Vanilla Matcha Latte Recipe
You can’t go wrong with a classic matcha latte, but when you add just the right amount of vanilla, it truly takes things up a notch! This simple 5-minute or less recipe is perfect for a cozy drink that’s sweet, balanced, and so good. It’s full of health benefits, nutrients, and antioxidants, and has less caffeine than coffee, but it’s also flavorful and the perfect sweet treat!
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Ingredients You’ll Need
Matcha Powder – This matcha powder is one of the best for lattes. It blends in beautifully and has a delicious, balanced flavor! It’s best to use a high-quality matcha (or ceremonial grade matcha) powder for lattes whenever possible!
Hot Water – The water can be heated up in the microwave or in a stovetop kettle.
Raw Sugar – Honey, maple syrup, or simple syrup all work great as well.
Pure Vanilla Extract – This is truly the best way to get that signature vanilla flavor in your latte!
Milk – Both dairy and non-dairy milk works great. However, some types of milk tend to froth better than others! Regular milk, whole milk, creamy oat milk, coconut milk, soy milk, and cashew milk are often the best options for lattes.
TIP: Use this milk frother to easily heat up the milk and get it frothy at the same time!
How to Make a Vanilla Matcha Latte
A vanilla matcha latte can easily be made in 5 minutes or less, making it perfect for busy mornings! Here’s how to put this latte recipe together:
- Place the matcha powder in a coffee mug.
- Pour in the hot water and whisk with a matcha whisk.
- Mix in sugar and vanilla.
- Steam and froth the milk, then pour into the matcha and stir together.
- Top with milk foam, whipped cream, or anything else you like!
A Note About Whisking Matcha
To get the very best matcha latte, it’s best to use a bamboo whisk. This is a great way to ensure that there aren’t any clumps in your latte. However, you can also use a handheld electric whisk or regular whisk, if necessary!
Don’t have a whisk on hand? You can also blend the matcha with the hot water!
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Vanilla Matcha Latte
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 1 Tablespoon raw sugar or honey
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Add the matcha powder to a coffee mug.
- Pour in the hot water and whisk until the matcha is frothy and well blended.
- Mix in the sugar and vanilla.
- Warm and froth the milk, then pour into the matcha and mix or whisk. Enjoy!
I love homemade lattes. So much cheaper than going out. This way I can enjoy them more often.
Some days call for a ‘second cup’ but I often get tired of the same old coffee. This matcha latte was a real treat and helped give me energy to get through the day.
I love having recipes that mimic the ones at the coffee shop. They’re usually yummier and healthier! This looks so delicious!
My hubby loves Matcha, so I made this for him, and he loved it so much he wants one every weekend. Thank you for the great recipe.
We love matcha. Years ago I studied the Japanese tea cerimony. That was an incredible experience. This latte is perfect to have now with our cool Temps. Perfect to curl up with and a good book or background music!
This is my new favorite latte! It’s packed with warm flavors and better than the kind from the coffee shop!
This looks incredible! Matcha and vanilla are so good together. Can’t wait to try this!
You had me at matcha and then you go and make a latte. So at the time of writing this I have already made 2.
I love a good matcha! 🙂 The addition of vanilla is a great touch. Perfect way to warm up on a cold winter day.
Who needs fancy syrups when you can use real vanilla extract! I love that I can control the amount of sugar here while still keeping the vanilla flavor the same.
I’m not the most skilled cook, but this recipe was foolproof. The instructions were clear, and the result was a nice foamy latte. It’s reassuring to find recipes that make you feel like a chef (or barista) without the stress.