Cinnamon Free Vegan Oat Milk Strawberry Matcha Latte
This vibrant layered latte is the kind of drink that stops you mid-sip and makes you want to photograph it before you even taste it. A silky strawberry sauce made from real fruit and maple syrup forms the base, followed by creamy frothed oat milk and a cloud of earthy, ceremonial-grade matcha on top — the colors alone are stunning. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of warming spices, so there's no need to scan labels or swap anything out. The matcha brings a gentle, grassy depth that plays beautifully against the sweet-tart strawberry layer, and the oat milk ties it all together with a neutral creaminess that lets both flavors shine. Frothing the oat milk — whether in a blender or with a handheld frother — gives it that café-quality texture without any special equipment. Pouring the matcha slowly over the back of a spoon keeps those gorgeous distinct layers intact right up until you stir it all together. It's a refreshing, feel-good drink that works just as well as a weekend treat as it does a weekday pick-me-up.
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2 servings
For the strawberry base
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp water
For the matcha
- 2 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder
- 4 tbsp hot water (175°f / 80°c), divided
For the latte
- 2 cups oat milk
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, maple syrup, and 2 tbsp water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries have broken down and the mixture is syrupy, about 4–5 minutes. Transfer to a blender or use an immersion blender and blend until smooth, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl, pressing on the solids. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl to break up any clumps. Add 2 tbsp of the hot water (175°F / 80°C) per serving — 2 tbsp for each bowl if making individually — and whisk in a brisk zigzag motion until the matcha is fully dissolved and a light foam forms on the surface, about 30 seconds.
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