Chocolate Matcha Latte

Name: Chocolate Matcha Latte
Prep time: 3
Cook time: 2
Total time: 5
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 3 gr matcha powder; 1/4 cup / 60 ml warm water (∼70 Celsius degrees / 160 Fahrenheit); 15-20 gr (2 squares) dark chocolate or 1 tbsp cacao nibs; 2/3 cup / 150 ml plant-based milk (such as soy milk); optional: maple syrup to sweeten; optional: date syrup for decorating the glass

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This cozy drink recipe is perfect when you love both a matcha latte and warm chocolate milk. This chocolate matcha latte is rich, energizing and indulgent. A perfect a pick me up drink.

Type: drink

Cuisine: Japanese

Keywords: chocolate matcha latte, matcha, chocolate, drink, cozy,

Recipe Yield: 1

Calories: 200

Preparation Time: 3

Cooking Time: 2

Total Time: 5

Recipe Video Name: Chocolate Matcha Latte

Recipe Video Description: This cozy drink recipe is perfect when you love both a matcha latte and warm chocolate milk. This chocolate matcha latte is rich, energizing and indulgent. A perfect a pick me up drink.

Recipe Ingredients:

3 gr matcha powder
1/4 cup / 60 ml warm water (∼70 Celsius degrees / 160 Fahrenheit)
15-20 gr (2 squares) dark chocolate or 1 tbsp cacao nibs
2/3 cup / 150 ml plant-based milk (such as soy milk)
optional: maple syrup to sweeten
optional: date syrup for decorating the glass

Recipe Instructions: Prepare the matcha: Sift the matcha powder into a bowl to remove any lumps. Add warm water (about 70 Celsius degrees / 160 Fahrenheit) and whisk vigorously in a zigzag motion until frothy. Melt the chocolate: If using chocolate squares, chop the chocolate into smaller pieces. Heat the milk: Add the milk to the frother with the chocolate squares/chips. Decorate the glass: To decorate a glass with date syrup, pour the syrup into the bottom of the glass, dip the milk frother into the syrup, lift it slightly, and briefly pulse the frother on and off to create a decorative swirl effect up the sides of the glass. Layer: Pour the matcha into the glass, followed by the warm chocolate milk. Sweeten to taste and serve.

Editor's Rating:
5

This cozy drink recipe is perfect when you can’t choose between your love for matcha latte and warm chocolate milk—why not have both? This chocolate matcha latte might just be your new favorite fall drink. The rich, earthy notes of matcha with the subtle sweetness of chocolate make this drink both energizing and indulgent.

Table of Contents

⭐️ Why you should try Chocolate Matcha Latte
🗒 Ingredients
🧑‍🔬 What is matcha?
🥣 Substitutions
🥣 Variations
🍴 What do you need to make a chocolate matcha latte at home
🍵 How to make a Chocolate Matcha Latte at Home (Step-by-Step)
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
📔 Tips
📖 Recipe

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⭐️ Why you should try Chocolate Matcha Latte

Inexpensive Barista Drink: With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can whip up this delicious drink at home like a true barista without spending a fortune.
Fully Customizable: Whether you’re into dairy or plant-based milk, dark or milk chocolate, you can tweak the recipe to suit your preferences and dietary needs.
Energy Boost: This latte offers a smooth caffeine lift from matcha, along with chocolate’s natural mood boosters, minus the coffee jitters, but with the antioxidants.

🗒 Ingredients

Matcha powder – this is the base for the matcha, and it has a unique, slightly earthy flavor.
Warm water – about 70 Celsius degrees to dissolve the matcha. Boiling water can cause matcha to taste bitter.
Plant-based milk – a plant-based milk, such as soy, is the creamy base for chocolate milk. You can use any milk. The more protein-rich the milk is, the more frothy the milk will be.
Dark chocolate or chocolate chips– together with the milk this is the base for the rich chocolate drink.
Maple syrup – a sweetener is an optional ingredient, and it can be adjusted to your taste preference.
Date syrup – an optional ingredient to create decorative swirls in the glass.

A small bowl with green matcha and water being poured into it.

🧑‍🔬 What is matcha?

Matcha is a finely ground powder made from specially grown green tea leaves. Originating in Japan, matcha has been part of Japanese culture for centuries, especially in tea ceremonies. Unlike traditional green tea, where leaves are steeped and discarded, matcha involves consuming the entire leaf, which means more nutrients and a more concentrated flavor.

🥣 Substitutions

Milk alternatives – Swap dairy milk with almond, soy, or coconut milk. Each type of milk will bring a slightly different flavor and texture to the latte.
Chocolate: For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder, or try carob powder as a caffeine-free alternative to cocoa.

🥣 Variations

Iced Chocolate Matcha Latte – To make an iced version, use cold milk and pour the chocolate milk over ice, followed by the matcha drink. This refreshing variation is perfect for warm weather.
Spiced Chocolate Matcha Latte: Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom for a warm, spiced twist that complements the chocolate and matcha flavors.
Mint Chocolate Matcha Latte: Add a few drops of peppermint extract for a minty variation to make it a bit like peppermint mocha.

🍴 What do you need to make a chocolate matcha latte at home

To make a perfect chocolate matcha latte, you will only need a few simple tools.

A milk frother is great at frothing milk, but it can also create perfect chocolate milk. Add a bit of chocolate, and it will melt, combine, and froth the milk into a beautiful, rich chocolate milk.
For the matcha, a traditional bamboo whisk is highly recommended as it helps to thoroughly mix the matcha powder with hot water, preventing clumps and ensuring a smooth, even consistency.
However, if you don’t have a bamboo whisk, a handheld frother can be used as an effective alternative for blending matcha. It not only mixes the matcha well but can also create decorative swirls in the glass.

🍵 How to make a Chocolate Matcha Latte at Home (Step-by-Step)

Step 1 – Prepare the matcha.
Sift the matcha powder into a bowl to remove any lumps. Add warm water (about 70 Celsius degrees / 160 Fahrenheit) and whisk vigorously in a zigzag motion until frothy.

A small bowl with matcha powder in it and a small sieve holding over it with a bamboo stick.

A small bowl with green matcha and a bamboo whisk whisking the matcha.

Step 2 – Melt the chocolate.
If using chocolate squares, chop the chocolate into smaller pieces.

Step 3 – Heat the milk.
Add the milk to the milkfrother with the chocolate squares/chips.

A marble cutting board with dark chocolate being cut on it.

A milk frother with milk and crumbled dark chocolate.

A milk frother with swirling brown chocolate milk in it.

A milk frother with brown chocolate milk in it.

Step 4 – Decorate a glass.
To decorate a glass with date syrup, pour the syrup into the bottom of the glass, dip the milk frother into the syrup, lift it slightly, and briefly pulse the milk frother on and off at different heights to create a decorative effect along the sides of the glass..

A glass with date syrup being poured on the bottom.

A glass with date syrup on the bottom with a handheld milk frother in the glass making decorative swirls on the inside of the glass.

Step 5 – Layer.
Pour the matcha into the glass, followed by the warm chocolate milk. Sweeten to taste.

A glass with decorative swirls on the inside of the glass and matcha being poured in the glass.

💬 Frequently Asked Questions

Do chocolate and matcha go together?

Yes, chocolate and matcha is a delicious combination. The rich, creamy flavor of chocolate pairs well with the earthy, slightly bitter taste of matcha. This combination is often enjoyed in lattes, desserts, and other treats.

Can I use flavored syrups in a chocolate matcha latte?

Yes, flavored syrups can be used. Vanilla, caramel, or hazelnut syrups are great choices that complement the chocolate and matcha flavors. Just be sure to adjust the amount of syrup based on your sweetness preference.

How do I store matcha powder to keep it fresh?

Store matcha powder in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. This helps preserve its vibrant color and flavor.

Brown chocolate matcha latte in a glass with brown syrup swirls in the glass in front of a pink tile backdrop.

📔 Tips

Skip the sweetener if the milk is already sweetened to bring out the pure matcha flavors. Using too much sweetener can completely drown out the matcha flavor.
Experiment with different types of milk for varied flavors.
To make your warm milk extra frothy, use cold milk.

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