This almond milk matcha latte is healthy, vegan, and ready in just five minutes. It delivers the perfect balance of bright matcha, creamy frothed almond milk, a touch of maple syrup, and a hint of vanilla—just like a coffee-shop latte but lighter and made at home.
Matcha is versatile—try it in other drinks or lattes for different textures and flavors.
If you enjoy breakfast lattes, you might also like peanut butter coffee, an iced chai tea latte, or an iced mocha latte as alternatives for morning variety.
Why this is the best almond milk matcha latte
- Quick to make. Ready in about five minutes—ideal for busy mornings.
- Coffee-shop texture at home. Frothing the almond milk creates a creamy, cafe-quality latte.
- Healthy and vegan. Low calorie and dairy-free, this latte is a lighter choice compared with sugary milk-based lattes.
Ingredients
- Matcha powder: Use a good-quality culinary matcha for best flavor in lattes.
- Almond milk: Choose a richer almond milk (higher fat content) to get better froth and a creamier texture.
Instructions
Start by whisking the matcha and hot water together in a latte cup with a matcha whisk until fully dissolved and lump-free.
Stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract to sweeten and flavor the matcha.
Froth cold almond milk using a handheld frother. After frothing, heat the milk briefly in the microwave until hot.
Pour the hot milk into the matcha mixture, holding back the foam with a spoon. Spoon the foam on top and serve immediately.
FAQ
You can heat matcha and milk together, but frothing cold almond milk first then heating it produces a creamier foam. Almond milk froths best when cold.
A matcha whisk (chasen) is a bamboo whisk designed to dissolve matcha evenly into water and create a smooth, frothy texture. It prevents clumps and helps dissolve the powder fully.
Expert Tips
- Froth cold almond milk. Cold milk froths much better—froth first, then heat.
- Keep the frother submerged. Keep the frother below the surface to create fine, creamy microfoam instead of big bubbles.
Almond Milk Matcha Latte
5 Stars
5 from 3 reviews
- Author: Ali
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 latte
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This almond milk matcha latte tastes like a coffee-shop favorite—balanced matcha flavor with creamy frothed almond milk, lightly sweetened with maple syrup and finished with vanilla.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 2 tbsp hot water
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond milk
Instructions
- Combine matcha powder and hot water in a latte cup. Whisk with a matcha whisk until fully dissolved and smooth. Add maple syrup and vanilla extract, then stir and set aside.
- Froth cold almond milk in a tall glass with a handheld frother. Keep the frother submerged and use low–medium speed for 15–30 seconds until the milk increases in volume.
- Heat the frothed almond milk in the microwave for 30–60 seconds until hot.
- Hold back the foam with a spoon and pour the hot milk into the matcha mixture. Scoop the foam on top, serve immediately, and enjoy.
Notes
- Use cold almond milk straight from the fridge for the best foam and creamiest texture.
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Lattes
- Method: Quick stovetop/microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 114
- Sugar: 19.5g
- Sodium: 12mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Protein: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg