Description
A simple and refreshing matcha recipe for a quick energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 1 cup hot water (not boiling)
- 1 teaspoon honey or sweetener (optional)
- 1/4 cup milk or dairy-free alternative (optional)
Instructions
- Sift matcha powder into a bowl to remove clumps.
- Add hot water and whisk vigorously in a zigzag motion until frothy.
- Stir in honey or sweetener if desired.
- For a creamy version, add milk and whisk again.
- Pour into a cup and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use water just below boiling to preserve matcha’s delicate flavor.
- Adjust sweetness to your preference.
- Store matcha powder in an airtight container away from light.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: matcha, green tea, healthy drink, energy boost