How To Make A Fat Free Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte

Think green tea but more powerful! Matcha green tea is delicious and loaded with health.

    Iced green tea lattes are a popular item at the coffee shops. I have seen a lot of people ordering these yummy green drinks. Green tea has a reputation for being a healthy drink. Green tea lattes may be good for you, but the ones at the coffee shops are usually loaded with fat and sugar. I recently went to a website of my favorite coffee house to look at their drink menu. I was shocked to see that my favorite tall cold green tea drinks had 35-45 grams of sugar in them. That 35 grams of sugar is equal to about 9 teaspoons or 3 tablespoons of sugar. I am going to show you how to make a healthy version of the cold green tea latte and it tastes just as good as the ones you buy. Mine will also save you money. Once you see how easy it is to make a cold green tea latte at home, you will never pay big bucks for one at the coffee shop again. If you have dairy issues or follow a vegan diet, then make sure to use non-dairy milk like almond milk. This drink is also great for a gluten-free diet.  

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                 Matcha is made from the leaves of green tea.

Here is some info about Matcha Green Tea:

PROVIDES MILD STEADY ENERGY  – it acts both as a stimulant and a relaxant. This is ideal for focusing on whatever the day throws your way.

METABOLISM BOOSTER Consuming matcha green tea can increase thermogenesis (the body’s own rate of burning calories) from a normal 8%-10% of daily energy expenditure to between 35% and 43% of daily energy expenditure.

IMPROVES SKIN HEALTH – Scientists have discovered that Matcha Green Tea helps protect the skin from harmful UV rays while improving blood flow and oxygen levels lifting the overall quality of the skin.

HAS UP TO 137x THE ANTIOXIDANTS OF BREWED GREEN TEA – Antioxidants are essential as you age to boost your body’s natural defenses against oxidation. Researchers have found that a high level of dietary antioxidants can prevent many age-related diseases.

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  So what is a green tea latte anyway? A green tea latte is simply a drink that is made with milk and matcha green tea powder. Green tea powder or Matcha is made from the leaves of green tea. Now we all know green tea is good for us, but Matcha is even better for us as it has way more antioxidants than a cup of brewed green tea. Matcha is the powerhouse of green tea. It is said that one teaspoon of Matcha equals ten cups of brewed green tea. Matcha has other great benefits too. This green powder enhances your mood, aids in concentration, boosts metabolism, and burns calories. The awesome thing is it does not give you the jitters like coffee, so it is a great alternative. Some people even say that matcha calms the mind and relaxes the body. I love that green tea powder has insoluble fibers, antioxidants, and L-Theanines in it. That is a whole lot of benefits for a small dose of green powder as you only need one teaspoon. I love using matcha daily for the brain, energy, and all those healthy antioxidants. I think it may be the reason my skin looks younger.

I add a 1/2 teaspoon of Matcha to my daily smoothie

I love using matcha daily for brain energy and all those healthy antioxidants. I think it may be the reason my skin looks younger.

   While I love drinking green cold green tea lattes, you can also make the cold latte a warm drink too. The green tea powder also tastes delicious as a cup of hot tea, just add the powder to a cup of warm water with some sugar for a great cup of tea. The Matcha is also great in smoothies and can be used in recipes like cookies, healthy donuts, or ice cream. I have even seen matcha in candy bars. There are so many delicious ways to use Matcha. Once you get past the green color, you will love all the benefits of  Matcha green tea powder. I love matcha for the way it helps me to concentrate in the morning so I can get my work done. It also gives me energy when I go on a power walk every morning. The antioxidants are a wonderful bonus for my body to stay healthy.

Common questions about Matcha green tea

Does Matcha have caffeine?
Yes, since Matcha is made from green tea leaves it does contain caffeine.

Is matcha green tea good for you?
Yes, matcha has many health benefits including boosting metabolism and being jam-packed with antioxidants.

Can you make a green tea latte with tea bags?
No, green tea in tea bags is processed differently than matcha so you cannot just grind up the contents of a tea bag and use it instead of matcha powder.

Can I use the Matcha powder in a hot drink?
 Yes, you can enjoy Matcha in a hot drink. Just stir a 1/2 teaspoon of Matcha powder into a glass of hot water. Add sweetener to taste. You can also make the above recipe warm, just omit the ice and use warm milk.

Other tips and tricks on this iced green tea latte recipe
You can use any type of milk in this recipe including cow’s milk, almond milk, soy milk, coconut, etc.
This recipe can be made vegan by using non-dairy milk and either maple syrup or agave sweetener instead of honey.

                                
                             Fat-Free Iced Green Tea Latte

                                            1 cup skim milk or milk substitute like almond milk

                                            1 teaspoon Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder ~ Buy on Amazon

                                            2 teaspoons honey or another sweetener like stevia

                                             1 teaspoon vanilla extract

                                            4 ice cubes

             

  Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy with a straw. You can add more sugar if you want it sweeter. To make the drink even more delicious, you can top it with whip cream. The whipped cream does add some fat to this drink, but it is so worth it. I love using a dairy-free whipped topping on my drink.

                     Would you enjoy a cold Green Tea Latte?