Protein Iced Matcha Latte is a creamy, energizing drink that makes your usual iced matcha feel more filling. It has a smooth matcha flavor, a little natural sweetness, and enough protein to make it a better option for busy mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up.
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✅ Recipe Name: Protein Iced Matcha Latte
🕒 Ready In: ~5 minutes
👪 Serves: 1 serving
🍽 Calories: ~190 per serving estimated
🥣 Main Ingredients: Matcha, protein powder, honey, milk, ice
📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free option; high-protein
👌 Difficulty: Easy - whisk, shake, pour, serve
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The key is mixing the matcha with hot water first so it blends smoothly before adding the cold milk and ice. This helps avoid clumps and gives the latte that café-style texture without needing flavored syrups or an expensive coffee shop drink.
Perfect for warm mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups, this iced matcha latte comes together in minutes and feels just as special as a coffee shop drink. If you enjoy naturally sweetened drinks like this, you may also like our Homemade Peppermint Mocha, Protein Iced Coffee, or Oat Milk Latte.
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- Easy Substitutions & Variations:
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- Recipe Notes & Tips:
- How to Store:
- Protein Iced Matcha Latte FAQs:
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Why You'll Love this Protein Iced Matcha Latte:
Quick and Easy: This latte comes together in about 5 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings.
Smooth Matcha Flavor: Mixing the matcha with hot water first helps prevent clumps and gives the drink a smoother texture.
High-Protein Drink: Protein powder makes this iced matcha more filling than a regular latte.
Easy to Customize: Use your favorite milk and protein powder to make it fit your taste.
Key Ingredients:
- matcha. This gives the latte its green tea flavor and natural caffeine boost. Use a good quality matcha powder for the smoothest taste.
- hot water. Helps dissolve the matcha before adding the cold ingredients so the latte is not clumpy.
- protein powder. Adds protein and makes the drink more filling. Use a vanilla or unflavored protein powder that blends well.
- honey. Adds a little natural sweetness without needing flavored syrups.
- milk. Makes the latte creamy and smooth. Use dairy milk or your favorite milk alternative.
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Easy Substitutions & Variations:
- Make it dairy-free: Use almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, or another dairy-free milk you like.
- Use a different sweetener: Maple syrup can be used instead of honey if you prefer.
- Change the protein powder: Vanilla protein powder adds a sweeter flavor, while unflavored protein powder keeps the matcha flavor stronger.
- Make it creamier: Use whole milk, oat milk, or add a splash of half-and-half for a richer latte.
- Add extra flavor: A little vanilla extract or cinnamon can be added if you want a warmer, sweeter flavor.
How to Make Iced Matcha Latte:
- Add the matcha and hot water to a small bowl or glass.
- Use a matcha whisk to whisk the matcha until smooth and fully dissolved.
- Add the protein powder, honey, and milk to a separate glass or shaker cup.
- Use a frother to blend the milk mixture until smooth and no clumps remain.
- Fill a glass with ice. Pour the protein milk mixture over the ice, then pour the matcha over the top.
- Stir together and serve right away.
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Recipe Notes & Tips:
- Whisk the matcha first: Mixing the matcha with hot water before adding it to the latte helps prevent clumps and gives the drink a smoother texture.
- Use a matcha whisk if you have one: A bamboo matcha whisk works best for dissolving matcha evenly, but a small regular whisk can work too.
- Froth the milk mixture separately: Blending the protein powder into the milk with a frother helps keep the latte smooth instead of gritty.
- Use a protein powder you like: The flavor of the protein powder will come through, so vanilla or unflavored protein powder usually works best.
- Serve right away: This latte is best fresh, while the ice is cold and the matcha and protein milk mixture are smooth.
How to Store:
Best Fresh: Protein Iced Matcha Latte is best served right after making it so the ice stays cold and the texture stays smooth.
Refrigerator: If needed, store the latte without ice in a covered jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Shake Before Serving: The protein powder and matcha may settle as it sits, so shake or stir well before pouring over ice.
Protein Iced Matcha Latte FAQs:
Yes, use your favorite dairy-free milk, such as almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk. You will also want to use a dairy-free protein powder if needed.
Whisk the matcha with hot water first, then froth the milk and protein powder separately before combining. This helps both the matcha and protein powder dissolve more smoothly.
Vanilla or unflavored protein powder works best because it blends well with the matcha flavor. Use a protein powder you already like, since the taste will come through in the latte.
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Protein Iced Matcha Latte
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons matcha
- ¼ cup hot water
- 2 tablespoons protein powder
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 cup milk
- ice
Instructions
- Add the matcha and hot water to a small bowl or glass.
- Use a matcha whisk to whisk the matcha until smooth and fully dissolved.
- Add the protein powder, honey, and milk to a separate glass or shaker cup.
- Use a frother to blend the milk mixture until smooth and no clumps remain.
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Pour the protein milk mixture over the ice, then pour the matcha over the top.
- Stir together and serve right away.
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Notes
- Whisk the matcha first: Mixing the matcha with hot water before adding it to the latte helps prevent clumps and gives the drink a smoother texture.
- Use a matcha whisk if you have one: A bamboo matcha whisk works best for dissolving matcha evenly, but a small regular whisk can work too.
- Froth the milk mixture separately: Blending the protein powder into the milk with a frother helps keep the latte smooth instead of gritty.
- Use a protein powder you like: The flavor of the protein powder will come through, so vanilla or unflavored protein powder usually works best.
- Serve right away: This latte is best fresh, while the ice is cold and the matcha and protein milk mixture are smooth.
Kae says
I make this every morning, it's better than the coffee shop!