Vanilla Matcha Latte

Jul 14, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Beverage Drinks beverages Origin: Tahitian Vanilla: Extract Easy

This latte replaces espresso with sifted matcha whisked into hot water, then balances the tea with steamed milk and VanillaGoods vanilla. The matcha stays grassy and gently bitter while vanilla rounds the finish without burying the tea. Best with Tahitian vanilla (floral, cherry, anise); any pure vanilla works.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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serving

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
2.0 tsp (8.0 g)granulated sugar or simple syrup
¾ tsp (3.75 ml)VanillaGoods vanilla extract
1 ½ tsp (3.0 g)culinary matcha powder, sifted
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)hot water, about 175°F to 180°F (79°C to 82°C)

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Instructions

Sift the matcha into a small bowl. Add the hot water and whisk briskly until completely smooth and lightly frothy, with no dry green clumps. Keep the water below a boil; very hot water can make matcha taste harsher.
Stir the sugar and vanilla into the matcha concentrate while it is warm, then pour it into a large mug. The sweetener should dissolve completely before the milk is added.
Steam the milk until it reaches about 150°F to 155°F (65°C to 68°C), creating a fine, glossy foam. The pitcher should feel hot but the milk should not smell cooked.
Pour the steamed milk into the vanilla-matcha base, holding back the foam at first, then spoon or pour the foam over the top. Serve immediately while the matcha is aromatic and the milk is silky.

Tips

Vanilla bean paste swaps 1:1 for the extract and adds visible vanilla seeds; for a whole bean, use the seeds of 1 bean in place of 2 teaspoons of extract.
Best vanilla for this: Tahitian (floral, cherry, anise), or Madagascar (rich, creamy, classic). Any pure vanilla works.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla matcha latte?

Plan on 8 minutes of prep. It makes 1 serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Vanilla bean paste swaps 1:1 for the extract and adds visible vanilla seeds; for a whole bean, use the seeds of 1 bean in place of 2 teaspoons of extract.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

194 Calories / serving

8.3g Fat

21.5g Carbs

8.8g Protein

21.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~194 cal · 8g fat · 22g carbs · 9g protein · 21g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 194 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Moderate cycling 20 min·4.0 mi
Swimming laps 27 min
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Stair climbing 18 min·~1600 steps
Dancing 32 min
Bodyweight circuit training 20 min
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