Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte Recipe

Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh berry flavor, this Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte Recipe is the kind of café-style drink that instantly brightens your day. Sweet strawberry puree layers beautifully with earthy matcha and silky milk for a refreshing homemade treat that looks just as beautiful as it tastes. Whether you’re making an afternoon pick-me-up, a weekend brunch drink, or a Pinterest-worthy summer beverage, this colorful iced latte comes together in minutes with simple ingredients. The combination of juicy strawberries and smooth matcha creates a balanced flavor that feels light, fresh, and satisfying.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Beautiful layered drink perfect for Pinterest photos
• Refreshing and lightly sweet with fresh strawberry flavor
• Easy to make in under 10 minutes
• Cheaper than coffee shop matcha drinks
• Naturally customizable with dairy-free milk options
• Great for warm spring and summer afternoons

Ingredients Needed

Strawberry Layer

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tbsp water

Matcha Layer

• 1 tsp ceremonial or culinary grade matcha powder
• 2 tbsp hot water

Latte

• 1 cup milk of choice
• 1 cup ice cubes

Optional Toppings

• Sliced strawberries
• Matcha dusting
• Vanilla cold foam

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Add strawberries, honey, and water to a blender. Blend until smooth.
2. Spoon the strawberry puree into the bottom of a tall glass.
3. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
4. Pour the milk slowly over the ice.
5. In a small bowl, whisk the matcha powder with hot water until smooth and frothy.
6. Slowly pour the prepared matcha over the milk to create layered sections.
7. Stir before drinking or enjoy the layered look first.
8. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices if desired.

Tips for Success

• Use ripe strawberries for the sweetest flavor.
• Sift the matcha powder before whisking to prevent clumps.
• Use hot—not boiling—water for smoother matcha.
• Pour the matcha slowly over the back of a spoon for clean layers.
• Chill your glass beforehand for an extra cold latte.
• Sweeten the matcha separately if you prefer a sweeter drink.

Variations & Substitutions

• Swap strawberries for raspberries or blueberries.
• Use oat milk for an extra creamy texture.
• Add vanilla syrup for a coffee shop flavor.
• Blend everything together for a smoothie-style latte.
• Use coconut milk for a tropical twist.
• Make it sugar-free with monk fruit sweetener.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with avocado toast for brunch.
• Pair with buttery croissants or muffins.
• Enjoy alongside fresh fruit and yogurt bowls.
• Serve in clear glasses to show off the colorful layers.
• Add reusable glass straws for a café-style presentation.

Storage & Reheating

This drink is best enjoyed fresh, but you can prepare the strawberry puree up to 3 days ahead and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Prepared matcha should be used immediately for the freshest taste and brightest color.

Do not freeze the assembled latte, as the milk texture may separate after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen strawberries?

Yes. Let them thaw slightly before blending for a smoother puree.

What type of matcha works best?

Ceremonial grade matcha gives the smoothest flavor, but culinary grade also works well.

Can I make this dairy-free?

Absolutely. Oat milk, almond milk, soy milk, and coconut milk all taste great in this recipe.

How do I keep the layers separated?

Pour each layer slowly over ice and use cold ingredients for the cleanest layers.

Can I make this ahead of time?

You can prep the strawberry puree ahead, but assemble the latte right before serving.

Is this drink sweet?

It has a lightly sweet flavor, but you can adjust the sweetness to your taste.

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Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte Recipe

Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh berry flavor, this Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte combines sweet strawberry puree, earthy matcha, and silky milk into a refreshing café-style drink perfect for warm afternoons and brunch gatherings.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 1 drink

Course: Drink

Cuisine: Japanese Fusion

Calories: 165

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tsp ceremonial or culinary grade matcha powder
• 2 tbsp hot water
• 1 cup milk of choice
• 1 cup ice cubes
• sliced strawberries (optional topping)
• matcha dusting (optional topping)
• vanilla cold foam (optional topping)

Equipment

• blender
• tall glass
• small bowl
• matcha whisk or frother
• spoon

Method

 

1. Add strawberries, honey, and water to a blender. Blend until smooth.
2. Spoon the strawberry puree into the bottom of a tall glass.
3. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
4. Pour the milk slowly over the ice.
5. In a small bowl, whisk the matcha powder with hot water until smooth and frothy.
6. Slowly pour the prepared matcha over the milk to create layered sections.
7. Stir before drinking or enjoy the layered look first.
8. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices if desired.

Notes

Use ripe strawberries for the sweetest flavor and sift the matcha powder before whisking to avoid clumps. Pour the matcha slowly over the back of a spoon for clean layers. Oat milk creates an extra creamy texture, while coconut milk adds a tropical twist. The strawberry puree can be prepared up to 3 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator.