Black Sesame Matcha Latte

Makes2 servings
Prep Time10 minutes (including cook time)
Cook Time

Ingredients
Directions

Ingredients

Matcha milk

4 oz. barista oat milk or other nondairy milk
¾ tsp. matcha powder (ceremonial grade for less bitterness)
½ tbs. maple syrup

Black Sesame Syrup

1 oz. water
1 tsp. black sesame powder, plus more for garnish
½ tbs. maple syrup
⅛ tsp. sea salt, plus more for garnish

Directions

Make the matcha milk:

STEP 1

In a small saucepan, gently heat the oat milk over medium-low.

STEP 2

Pass the matcha powder through a fine strainer to remove any lumps and add it to the milk along with the maple syrup. Use a whisk or handheld frother to mix the ingredients thoroughly.

STEP 3

Continue to heat until the milk is hot but not boiling. Remove from heat.

Make the black sesame syrup:

STEP 1

Heat the water to 185 degrees F.

STEP 2

In a small bowl, mix the hot water with the black sesame powder, maple syrup, and sea salt.

Make it iced or hot:

STEP 1

To make a hot latte, pour the black sesame syrup into an 8-ounce mug. Gently layer the matcha milk over the syrup. Garnish with a sprinkle of black sesame powder and more sea salt as desired.

STEP 2

To make an iced latte, allow the matcha milk to cool slightly. Pour the black sesame syrup into an 8-ounce glass, then fill the glass with ice and pour the cooled matcha milk over the syrup.

Nutritional information

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