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Starbucks strawberry matcha latte

Starbucks Strawberry Matcha Latte Copycat Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 1 2/3 cups fresh strawberries hulled and chopped (200g)
  • 2 1/2 tbsp light brown sugar 35g
  • 2 tsp matcha powder ceremonial grade
  • 1/2 cup hot water 120g
  • 1-2 tsp honey or agave syrup
  • 2 cups cold milk 500g
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream cold (120g)
  • Ice cubes

Equipment

  • Equipment
  • Matcha bamboo whisk or electric frother
  • Blender
  • Fine mesh sieve (for matcha)
  • Tall glasses

Method
 

  1. Make the strawberry compote: In a bowl, combine strawberries and brown sugar. Stir gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Prepare the matcha: Sift matcha into a small bowl. Pour hot water on top and whisk vigorously until frothy. Add honey or agave and whisk to combine.
  3. Blend the strawberry cream: In a blender, combine cold milk, heavy cream, and 2-3 tbsp strawberry compote. Blend until foamy.
  4. Assemble: Place 2-3 tbsp compote in a tall glass. Add ice cubes. Pour strawberry cream over ice. Slowly layer frothy matcha on top.
  5. Garnish: Sprinkle matcha powder or top with dried strawberry pieces if desired. Stir before drinking.

Notes

Notes
Substitutions: Use frozen strawberries if fresh unavailable. Swap dairy milk for oat, almond, or coconut milk for a plant-based version; replace heavy cream with coconut cream. Honey or maple syrup can replace brown sugar.
Tips: Whisk matcha water at a 45° angle for best froth. Freeze milk in ice cubes to avoid dilution.
Storage: Store strawberry compote and strawberry cream separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days in refrigerator. Pre-mix matcha and store in fridge for up to 24 hours; re-whisk before using.
Scaling: Double or halve the recipe ingredients proportionally.
Reheating: Not recommended; best served iced.
Nutritional: Per serving (recipe yields 2): approx 260 calories, 5g protein, 13g fat, 30g carbs.
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