Matcha Tea comes in many varieties and qualities and creates delicious recipes, including this Trader Joe’s Matcha Latte Recipe. Made with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla using one Trader Joe’s Matcha Green Tea packet.
Tell me about Trader Joe’s Matcha
Matcha is powdered green tea. It’s rich in antioxidants, is known to promote alertness without the added effect of jitters, and delivers in the taste department. Now, this coveted tea has been added to the selection of Trader Joe’s matcha products, including their green tea matcha that is sweetened and comes in a can.
This Matcha is most likely the Culinary Grade based on the cost. Culinary Grade Matcha comes from the 2nd Harvest called Nibancha, of the green tea leaves which is harvested between June and July. You will notice less chlorophyll (green hue) in the 2nd Harvest. Find out here where Matcha is Grown.
If you’re on the go like many of us, you have found a treasure in these individual packets. Just add a packet to hot water, stir, and you’ve got yourself an energizing drink to carry you through the day. For warmer days, add ice and a drop of your favorite sweetener.
How Many Packets Are in a Box
The Matcha Latte Boxs come with 7 individual packets, so you can make 7 drinks with the recipe below.
What is the Cost of Trader Joes Matcha
It is approximately $10.00 per box of 7 packets. You can probably make your Matcha Tea for about $1.50. That is a big saving over your favorite coffee house.
What Water Temperature Should Matcha Be Made with?
The best temperature for Matcha is 175 F and 80 C. An easy way to get to 175 quickly is to boil your filtered water and pour whatever amount you think you’ll use for the matcha (8 oz) into a small pitcher or cup. Then pour that water into a second cup, and the water temp should be somewhere around perfect. If you like it as hot as it can be, this is your max. You can also use a thermometer to check.
What is the best way to blend Matcha?
Matcha powder can be blended in two ways. One is the Matcha Whisk with the heated water in a bowl until dissolved. The 2nd is with the Frother. Matcha powder doesn’t truly 100% dissolve in water like sugar or milk powder does. It’s because matcha powder is actually tiny bits of tea leaf; matcha powder is made from tea leaf ground into powder form. You will get the best flavor once it is dissolved.
What Do You Need to Make This Latte?
- Matcha Powder
- Ground Cinnamon
- Almond Milk (warmed)
- Stevia (Optional)
- Vanilla Extract Optional
- Honey
- Stevia (optional)
- Water (Hot) 175-180 degrees
- Frother
- Matcha Whisk
- Pretty Clear Mug
Directions
Heat your water to 180 degrees, using a tea kettle and thermometer or a temperature control tea kettle. Once it’s at 180 degrees, add the packet of Trader Joe’s Matcha Green Tea Powder. Whisk to dissolve or use a frother.
Next, add your vanilla extract and optional sweetener if you desire.
Add your heated dairy-free or dairy-based milk product. Use the frother again. Then add a sprinkle of cinnamon on top. Enjoy.
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Trader Joe’s Matcha Latte Recipe
Trader Joe’s Matcha Latte Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Packet of Trader Joes Matcha Green Tea
- 1/2 Cup Hot Water 175-180 degrees
- 1/2 Cup Almond Milk Warmed
- 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional
- 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional
- 1/2 Teaspoon Honey Optional
Instructions
- Heat 1/2 cup of water to 175 degrees F or 80 degrees C
- Add 1 packet of Trader Joe’s Matcha Tea
- Using a Matcha Whisk or a Frother whisk the powder into the water
- Add the Stevia, Honey or Vanilla Extract
- Add the Warm Milk. Use the Frother again to get it combined and create some foam. Sprinkle the Cinnamon on Top.
