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Iced Layered Strawberry Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat)

Close-up of a tall glass containing a layered strawberry matcha drink with milk and ice cubes on top.
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Make this refreshing, visually appealing iced strawberry matcha latte at home. This recipe focuses on achieving distinct pink and green layers using simple ingredients for a café-style drink.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons high-quality matcha powder
  • 2 ounces hot water (about 175°F)
  • 1 cup milk (oat milk recommended for dairy-free)
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the strawberry puree: Combine strawberries, sugar, and 1 tablespoon of water in a small blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. If you prefer a thinner layer, strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
  2. Prepare the matcha: Place the matcha powder in a small bowl. Add 2 ounces of hot water (do not use boiling water). Whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk or a small electric frother until the matcha is completely dissolved and slightly frothy, with no clumps.
  3. Assemble the drink base: In a tall glass, add ice cubes. Pour the strawberry puree over the ice, filling the glass about one-third full.
  4. Add the milk: Gently pour the milk over the strawberry layer.
  5. Create the layer: Slowly pour the prepared matcha mixture over the back of a spoon held just above the milk layer. This technique helps the matcha float on top of the milk, creating the desired layered effect.
  6. Serve immediately. Stir before drinking to combine the flavors.

Notes

  • For the best color contrast, use a lighter milk like oat milk or almond milk.
  • If you want a sweeter drink, dissolve a small amount of sugar in the hot water used for the matcha.
  • To make this recipe vegan, confirm your milk choice is dairy-free (oat milk works well).

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