Description
This Creamy Matcha Frappe is a deliciously smooth and frosty blended beverage that combines the vibrant flavor of matcha green tea with creamy milk and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for a refreshing pick-me-up, this Japanese-inspired drink is easy to make at home and can be customized to suit dairy-free preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Matcha Mixture
- 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
- 2 tablespoons hot water
Beverage Base
- 1/2 cup whole milk or oat milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or simple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup ice cubes
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Matcha: In a small bowl, whisk the matcha green tea powder with hot water until completely smooth and free of lumps, creating a vibrant green tea paste.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the prepared matcha mixture to a blender along with the whole milk (or oat milk), heavy cream (or half-and-half), granulated sugar (or simple syrup), vanilla extract, and ice cubes.
- Blend: Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes thick, frosty, and smooth, resembling a frappe consistency.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the frappe and adjust the sweetness or matcha strength as desired by adding more sugar or matcha powder if needed. Blend again briefly if adjustments are made.
- Serve: Pour the blended frappe into a tall glass and top with whipped cream if desired for an extra creamy touch.
Notes
- Use ceremonial-grade matcha powder for the best flavor and vibrant green color.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute oat milk and coconut cream for the dairy ingredients.
- Add extra ice cubes if you prefer a thicker, more slushy-like consistency.