Name: Homemade Strawberry Matcha Latte Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 Cups of Hulled, Washed, and Chopped Strawberries, Cut Into Two-Or-Three Pieces; 1/4 Cup Sugar; 1/4 Cup Filtered Water; 1/3 Cup of the Strawberry Puree; Ice Cubes; 3/4 Cups of Milk or Milk Replacement; 1 1/2 TSP Matcha Powder; 2 1/2 TBSP Hot Water (170°F)

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In South Korea, cafe culture is enormous. When I lived and worked in Daejeon, South Korea, I walked past 3 or 4 cafes on my 10-minute walk to work. While there are chain cafes (such as Starbucks, A Twosome Place, Ediya, and more), there are a lot of cute independently run places as well. During the hot months, you can find a variety of iced drink specials at these cafes, one of which is often the strawberry matcha latte.

To me, an iced strawberry matcha latte is the perfect drink to consume during the hottest months of the year. Not only is it cool and refreshing, but it is also quick and easy to make at home!

To make this drink, you prepare the three beautifully colorful layers. Each layer adds a different flavor profile to this refreshing beverage. The first layer consists of a sweet fruity mixture made from macerated strawberries and sugar. Then, the second layer consists of your choice of milk. Finally, the top layer consists of frothed matcha powder and water.

For those new to the blog, I am admittedly a bit obsessed with cafe culture and drinks after living in South Korea. After all, going to cafes during my downtime was one of my favorite things to do while abroad. Now, I often share cafe drinks I enjoy here on the blog. While not all originated in Korea, they are trendy delicious drinks you can make from home!

I hope you enjoy this trendy strawberry matcha latte like me! If so, let me know in the comments below!

An overhead shot of strawberry matcha latte on a placemat. Strawberries sit on a white plate behind.

Strawberry Matcha Latte Ingredient List:

Below, I list the ingredients used to make this recipe. I also linked any informative articles on my site connected to these ingredients:

Strawberries
Sugar
Water
Milk, Lactose-Free Milk, or Dairy-Free Milk Alternative
Matcha Powder

Strawberry Matcha Latte Tips and Tricks:

Here, I list some helpful tips & tricks to help you make this easy strawberry matcha latte recipe. If you have any questions, comment below or email me at [email protected]! I hope these tips help!

Use fresh and ripe strawberries! While you can use frozen strawberries during the off-season, fresh strawberries give a better flavor and texture to this drink. For that reason, I only ever make this latte during strawberry season.
Do not over-blend or mash your strawberries! You want to have chunks of strawberries remaining in your mixture. Otherwise, your milk will mix into the strawberry layer.
Whisk the matcha: To prevent the matcha from clumping, combine it with water, and whisk immediately using a fork, Japanese wooden matcha whisk, or a frother! Using hot water also helps keep the matcha powder from clumping.
Buy proper matcha: Not all green tea powder is matcha powder. Always double-check that you are buying the correct ingredient. I recommend buying ceremonial-grade matcha. This type of matcha is the highest grade and is used for drinking in Japan. Culinary-grade matcha powder is used for cooking and baking but will also work.
Pour the matcha directly on the ice: Milk and matcha are thin liquids. Thus, it is easy to accidentally mix the layers instead of keeping them separated. To prevent the matcha layer from breaking through the milk layer, pour it directly onto the ice OR pour it onto a spoon held directly above the cup to keep the matcha from splashing into the milk. Eventually, over time, the matcha will naturally mix into the milk layer!
Use a ‘fat straw’ to drink this strawberry matcha latte. Because there are strawberry chunks in this drink, it can be difficult to sip with a straw. For this reason, I recommend using a ‘fat straw’ often used for bubble tea!

A photo of a strawberry matcha latte in a glass with a glass straw. Strawberries sit in the background.

Strawberry Matcha Latte Frequently Asked Questions:

Now that we learned about some tips & tricks, I want to answer some questions you may have about this strawberry matcha latte recipe. If I do not answer your question, feel free to leave a comment in the section below or email me at [email protected].

Is This Recipe Vegetarian or Vegan?

Unfortunately, this recipe is not vegan. One of the main ingredients for this recipe is milk. Therefore, it is not vegan. Thankfully, you can make this recipe vegan by replacing the milk with a dairy-free alternative.

Excitingly, this recipe is already vegetarian!

Does This Recipe Contain Major Allergens? (Gluten, Soy, Etc.)

Before listing all the major allergens, I want to state that all my recipes are naturally gluten-free. On this blog, I only use and recommend gluten-free ingredients and brands. That being said, I list gluten as a potential allergen when necessary– this is because many Korean ingredients (such as soy sauce, gochujang, and doenjang) contain gluten unless you specifically buy gluten-free versions. Not only is this true for gluten, but it is true for other major allergens as well. As such, I always list allergy substitutions in the next section of my post.

This recipe does not contain 8 of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain:

Peanuts
Tree Nuts
Milk (Dairy)
Wheat (Gluten)
Fish
Crustacean Shellfish
Soybean
Eggs
Sesame

This recipe does contain 1 of the 9 major allergens. It can potentially contain:

Milk (Dairy)

Allergy Substitutions or Omissions:

For those with a milk allergy:

If you have lactose intolerance or a milk allergy, you can easily replace regular cow’s milk with a lactose or dairy-free option! Below, I list options for dairy-free alternatives.

A photo of a iced coffee-free latte in a glass cup with a glass straw. Fruit sits in the background with another drink.

Can I Substitute Milk with Dairy-Free Alternatives?

For those who do not drink regular milk, I recommend using milk alternatives. For this recipe, I use more neutral-flavored substitutes such as almond or oat milk. Other substitutes, such as coconut milk, can overpower the match and strawberry flavors in this drink. Below, I list some options:

Almond Milk:

First, know that nut milk has a ‘nutty’ flavor. Do not be surprised if this alters the taste of your strawberry matcha latte.

Furthermore, some brands of almond milk mix into drinks better than others. Sometimes, when mixed with hot drinks, almond milk can curdle. Thankfully, this isn’t an issue with this iced strawberry matcha latte. That being said, it’s good to know!

Ultimately, I recommend getting plain almond milk without added sweetness or flavors.

Oat Milk:

Oat milk is preferred among coffee shops as an alternative to regular cow’s milk. It has a rich creaminess that mimics regular cow’s milk more than other alternatives. For those making hot drinks, I recommend spending a little extra money on the barista oat milk variations. These work better for steaming and frothing. For iced coffee drinks, you can choose a cheaper oat milk brand!

Try using Earth’s Own Barista Edition for deliciously rich oat milk! Remember, if you are gluten-free, make sure to buy oat milk that does not contain any gluten or cross-contamination.

Can You Make This Strawberry Matcha Latte Recipe in Advance?

You can make the macerated strawberry mixture in advance. After making the sweetened strawberry mixture, store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week. This allows you to skip a step when putting the drink together later!

The rest of the drink needs to be made right before serving. As this drink sits, the layers will blend and combine. Thankfully, it takes very little time or effort to add the three layers together once the strawberry mixture is made! You can make this drink in less than 5 minutes!

Strawberry matcha latte on a placemat. Strawberries and another latte sit in the background.

Where Can I Buy the Ingredients for This Recipe?

Excitingly, you can buy all the necessary ingredients for this recipe at your local well-stocked grocery store!

You can also go shopping at your local Asian grocery stores (such as H-Mart) or order online for matcha powder.

Where to Buy Korean Ingredients Online?

Nowadays, there are many online options when ordering Korean food online. These websites are not limited to but include:

Amazon
H-mart
Hanpoom
Wooltari
Seoul Mills

I Hope You Enjoy This Strawberry Matcha Latte Recipe!

In the end, I hope you enjoyed learning how to make this strawberry matcha latte recipe. If so, let me know in the comment section!

If you would like to read more about cooking, you can find recipes as well as further Korean ingredient articles on my blog. I listed some of our favorite Carving A Journey recipes below! For reference, many recipes are influenced by my family’s blended Korean and Southern heritage.

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