Maple Pecan Matcha Latte
Cozy meets vibrant in this creamy maple pecan matcha latte, where earthy matcha swirls with the toasty richness of roasted pecans and a drizzle of maple sweetness. Smooth, nutty, and perfectly indulgent—it’s the kind of cup that feels like a seasonal treat and an everyday ritual all at once.
Ingredients
- 2 g (about 1 tsp) ceremonial matcha powder My favorite matcha: https://collabs.shop/m9v2w0
- 1/4 cup hot filtered water, + more for soaking whisk *optimally, water should be 175°F (80°C)
- 3/4 cup milk *I use whole milk - use whatever milk you prefer
- 1/2 Tbsp - 2 Tbsp Roasted Maple Pecan Syrup Recipe Follows
Instructions
- Sift your matcha powder through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl (ideally, a matcha bowl), but any heat resistant bowl will work.
- If you are using a traditional whisk - soak briefly in warm water to protect it from wear and tear.
- Pour your 1/4 cup hot water into your matcha powder, and whisk in a "Z" pattern in your bowl until a froth forms, about 30 seconds.
- For a hot latte: Pour your roasted maple pecan syrup at the bottom of your cup, and stir in your hot, frothy matcha. Steam your milk, and pour over the mixture. Enjoy!
- For an iced latte: Pour your roasted maple pecan syrup at the bottom of your cup, then top with desired amount of ice. Pour your matcha over the ice, then top with cold milk. Enjoy the beautiful layers for a minute, then stir and enjoy!