Matcha (pronounced Ma-cha) is a form of green tea that is in a powdered form. Instead of tea, which you brew from the tea leaves, you make your matcha with green tea leaves that are in a powder form.
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I recently went to the website of my favorite coffee house to look at their drink menu. I was shocked to see that my favorite tall, cold green matcha 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. This cold green tea latte 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.
Matcha is made from the leaves of green tea. Matcha is green tea leaves that have been made into a powder form. This powder form of green tea leaves has amazing health benefits and one serving equals 10 cups of green tea.
Benefits of 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.
Buy green tea matcha at local health food stores like Sprouts or online at Amazon
What is a green tea latte?
A green tea latte is simply a drink that is made with milk and matcha green tea powder.
Health benefits of a green tea latte
Most people know that green tea is a healthy drink. Since matcha is made from green tea leaves, which are equivalent to ten cups of tea, it has plenty of health benefits.
Matcha is the powerhouse of green tea
+ One teaspoon of Matcha equals ten cups of brewed green tea.
+ Green tea is loaded with antioxidants.
+ Green tea powder enhances your mood, aids in concentration, boosts metabolism, and burns calories.
+ Green tea powder has insoluble fibers, antioxidants, and L-Theanines in it.
The awesome thing about drinking green tea is that it does not give you the jitters like coffee. So iced green tea lattes are a great alternative to iced coffee.
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
+ 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.
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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 milk, 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 whipped 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.
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