Low Carb Hojicha Latte
Indulge in the rich, toasty flavors of a Low Carb Hojicha Latte, a guilt-free twist on the classic Japanese tea drink. This soothing recipe features hojicha tea leaves steeped to perfection, paired with the creamy goodness of unsweetened almond milk and a touch of heavy cream for a velvety texture. Sweetened naturally with erythritol and enhanced with a hint of vanilla, this latte is both keto-friendly and irresistibly comforting. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an easy, low-carb treat ideal for mornings or cozy evenings. For a finishing touch, add a sprinkle of ground cinnamon to elevate the flavor. Whether you're a tea aficionado or simply exploring new low-carb options, this hojicha latte is your ticket to tranquility in a cup!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 tablespoons Hojicha tea leaves
- 1.5 cups Water
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Erythritol sweetener
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- pinch Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil.
Add 1.5 tablespoons of hojicha tea leaves to the boiling water and reduce the heat to simmer.
Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes, then strain the leaves, reserving the hojicha tea.
In another saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Heat gently until warm, but do not boil.
Remove the milk mixture from heat and stir in 2 teaspoons of erythritol sweetener and 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract until well combined.
Using a milk frother or a whisk, froth the milk mixture to your desired consistency.
Divide the brewed hojicha tea between two mugs, filling each halfway.
Top each mug with the frothed milk mixture, pouring over the back of a spoon for a layered effect.
Optionally, garnish with a pinch of ground cinnamon for added flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, low-carb hojicha latte!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
152 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.1 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 470 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 101 mg | 2% | |
*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.
