Many of us are trying to reduce our dairy intake, whether for how it makes us feel or to tread a little more lightly on the earth. And because so many of us love our coffees and lattes, taking dairy out of those warm, cosy drinks can be the hardest part. This happily addictive recipe below is a lovely way to have both — a creamy latte without the dairy, and a gentler lift than a second coffee.
Oat milk brings a natural sweetness and body, along with dietary fibre and a good spread of minerals — manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, iron and zinc — plus folate and B vitamins.
Matcha is a stone-ground Japanese green tea, rich in antioxidants and naturally high in the amino acid L-theanine, which is traditionally valued alongside matcha’s gentle caffeine for a calm, clear kind of energy. Sun Potion’s White Dragon Matcha is a glorious matcha — it couldn’t be smoother.
White Dragon Matcha Ginger Latte
Ingredients1 cup oat milk, warmed 1 tsp. hemp hearts 1 date, pit removed and minced 1/2 tsp. freshly grated ginger 1/2 tsp. Sun Potion White Dragon Matcha |
MethodBlend in a high-speed blender Pour into your favorite mug Enjoy |
Images by Christy Ross
Frequently Asked Questions
Why oat milk for a matcha latte?
Oat milk froths well and has a natural sweetness that suits matcha's grassy edge, without needing added sugar. Any plant milk works, but oat gives the creamiest result.
How much matcha per cup?
Half a teaspoon of White Dragon Matcha to one cup of oat milk. Adjust up if you like it stronger.
Do I need a whisk?
Not for this one — everything goes in the blender together, which also breaks down the date and the fresh ginger.
Can I make it iced?
Yes. Blend as written with cold oat milk and pour over ice; the date keeps it sweet enough without syrup.
To discover another recipe by Christy, click here for her Açaí Swirl Bowl.
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