Dairy-Free Skinny Matcha Latte
Embrace tranquility with this Dairy-Free Skinny Matcha Latte, a refreshing, plant-based take on the beloved green tea drink. Crafted with vibrant matcha green tea powder, creamy unsweetened almond milk, and lightly sweetened with maple or agave syrup, this recipe offers a harmonious balance between bold flavors and natural sweetness. Infused with a hint of vanilla for added depth, this iced latte is both indulgent and low-calorie, making it perfect for a guilt-free pick-me-up. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for busy mornings or an afternoon energy boost. Plus, it's entirely dairy-free, making it ideal for vegan and lactose-sensitive diets. Serve over ice for an instant dose of chilled zen that combines wellness and taste in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or agave syrup
- 4 cubes ice cubes
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the matcha green tea powder with the hot water to form a smooth paste. Use a small whisk or matcha whisk to ensure no clumps remain.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the almond milk until it’s hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally. Alternatively, you can heat the almond milk in the microwave until hot.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and your choice of sweetener (maple syrup or agave syrup).
Fill a glass with ice cubes.
Pour the warm almond milk mixture over the ice cubes.
Gently pour the matcha paste over the almond milk, and stir well to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing dairy-free skinny matcha latte.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
70 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 171 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
