Does ginger pair well with matcha?

Ginger matcha is interesting because it marries the vegetal sweetness of matcha with the spicy and punchy flavors of ginger root . Ginger itself is great for digestion, so we love combining the powerful tummy-soothing effects of ginger with the invigorating energy kick of matcha.

How much protein is in the iced matcha latte?

Energy: 148 calories Protein 2.7g Carbs 16.8g Fat 7g

What not to mix ginger with?

Avoid using ginger together with other herbal/health supplements that can lower blood sugar, such as alpha-lipoic acid, chromium, damiana, devil's claw, fenugreek, garlic, guar gum, horse chestnut, Panax ginseng, psyllium, Siberian ginseng, and others .

What can you not mix with matcha?

Please don't put milk in your good matcha, especially if you're drinking it for health reasons. The milk sticks to the polyphenols, which alters (not in a good way) the bioavailability (how well your body can absorb nutrients) of the matcha, and all the goodies just flush through.

Can you put protein in matcha?

How to Make: Add to a high-speed blender in this order: milk, frozen banana, spinach, matcha green tea, protein powder and hemp hearts. Blend on medium to high speed for 60 seconds or until completely smooth. Pour into glass and enjoy!

Why are matcha lattes so high in calories?

When prepared as a tea, it is an extremely low-calorie beverage but consumers that prefer a matcha latte will need to monitor the milk and flavorings that are added to their drink as this can make it a relatively calorie-dense drink.

Is matcha full of protein?

One serving of matcha green tea (½ tsp or 1 gr) contains 306mg of protein , 272mg total amino acids, and 50mg of lipids, amongst other nutrients. It also has minerals such as potassium (27mg), magnesium (2.3 mg) calcium (4.2mg), zinc (. 062mg), phosphorus (3.5mg) and iron (.

Does ginger interact with green tea?

Ginger has uses as a digestive aid, and it can also help to speed up metabolism. Green tea is rich in antioxidants, which can help to flush out toxins and promote weight loss. When combined, these two ingredients create a powerful healthy tonic that can help you reach your weight loss goals!

What spices pair well with matcha?

Golden milk spices: Turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, and (optional) cardamom . Matcha powder: If you're new to matcha, check out our unbiased matcha review for brand recommendations! Sweetener of choice: Maple syrup is our favorite because it blends easily and adds nice flavor.

Can you drink ginger and green tea together?

Ginger in any form is beneficial to our body because it improves digestion, eases nausea, aids in curing cold and cough. If you feel bloated often after a heavy meal, add a few slices of ginger to your green tea . It helps to improve digestion and offers relief to a bloated stomach.

Ginger Matcha Latte Recipe (high protein option!) (2024)

Published: Dec 31, 2023 · Modified: Mar 15, 2024 by Mika Kinney · This post may contain affiliate links.

Enjoy a high-protein ginger matcha latte with coconut milk in the comfort of your own home with this easy recipe. Just 5 ingredients and in 5 minutes you will be cozy and warm with your mug full of ginger matcha in hand.

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I’m a matcha fiend, like I have so much love for all things matcha. I will add its earthy caffeinated deliciousness to anything -coffee matcha latte,strawberry potein matcha latte, ya anything is better with matcha. And I love easy ways to eat more protein.

With this in mind, it should be obvious that anywhere I visit, I seek out fun and exciting matcha flavors because I feel as though coffee shops slack on the matcha possibilities. The coffee shops seem to focus on coffee, go figure. So when I had a coconut ginger matcha latte in San Diego, I knew some high-protein version was getting added to our list ofeasy drink recipes.

So, without further ado, let me show you how to make my favorite matcha latte with ginger, coconut, honey, and a little protein bump.

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Why We Love This Recipe

Because I already told you how obsessed I am with matcha, I’ll just skip to the recipe highlights.

Saves money by making your own lattes at home and you can control the sweetness level.
Only 5 ingredients to make this latte or 4 if you have a batch of our honey ginger syrup on hand!
No special equipment is needed for matcha lattes. While a bamboo whisk is helpful, a regular whisk does the job too.
High-protein drink thanks to collagen. Unflavored collagen mixes right into the latte, making it an easy way to get an extra 10-20 grams of protein in. Wondering about collagen peptides vs whey protein, check out our post on it!

We hope you enjoy this latte as much as we do!

recipe ingredients & notes

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All substitutions are a 1:1 substitute unless otherwise noted. See recipe card for quantities.

Matcha: It’s super important to use ceremonial grade matcha as opposed to culinary matcha. Ceremonial is much sweeter, bright green in color, and made for drinking, while culinary will be darker in color and is made for baking so the bitterness is broken down more.
Coconut milk: I like to use canned coconut milk, but as long as you're using full-fat coconut milk, canned or boxed will work just fine. You can use almond milk, oat milk, or any other plant-based milk of choice but the flavor won't be the same.

Substitutions & Variations

Honey: I don't recommend maple syrup in this situation because it's kind of weird with ginger but agave is good!
Using matcha latte powder:Sometimes it’s easier to find matcha latte powder that is already sweetened and has a milk powder included. You can use this but I would leave out the honey from this recipe and replace half of the coconut milk with water.
Protein powder matcha ginger latte:Try adding in 1 scoop of good quality vanilla protein powder to this latte. If using protein powder, omit the honey.
Ginger turmeric matcha latte: Try grating in equal parts turmeric to ginger for another spunky twist on the matcha latte.
Mushroom matcha latte:To make this matcha recipe, add 1 teaspoon of chaga mushroom powder to the mixture and add 1.5x the called-for honey.
Iced coconut ginger matcha latte: For an iced version (like the pineapple Starbucks matcha drink), pour the mixture over ice. It’s optional, but you can also top it with a splash of pineapple or mango juice for a tropical twist.

This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations, but you can find more matcha pairing ideas in our post with 15 flavors that go with matcha lattes. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!

recipe testing notes

Throughout our testing of thislatte with honey and ginger, we learned what worked and didn't work. Here are the key takeaways!

Ginger bits:The little pieces of grated ginger will sink to the bottom of the matcha. To avoid this, simply run the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, This didn’t bother me but it did bother Dan so it’s up to personal preference.
Matcha and hot water: This is an important step to making matcha because whisking it quickly (or in a blender) with very hot water helps torelease the flavorsof the matcha. If not, your latte may just taste of ginger and coconut.
The matcha bits:As you sip your latte and get near the bottom, you may notice matcha bits that have sunk. I just like to warn first-time matcha drinkers because it can be startling to get a whole swig of matcha.

how to make a matcha latte(with photo & video!)

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Step one: add your matcha to hot, nearly boiling water and whisk vigorously until frothy. Stir in honey ginger syrup.

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helpful tips

Strain the mixture if desired but if you use a microplane to grate the ginger, I don’t find it necessary. If you plan to strain, you can just use a small ginger piece and simmer a little longer to infuse the flavor.
Peel the gingerusing the back of a spoon or simply grating the outside to remove the skin. You can also just use ginger that’s already minced or grated (available in the produce section).
To use ground gingeruse ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger in place of the grated ginger.
Keep stirringthe coconut milk to keep it from burning on the stove and keep the heat on low to medium.

common questions

How can I tell if my matcha powder is good for drinking?

If you aren’t sure if it’s ceremonial grade, check the color. It should be bright green, like Kermit the Frog green. We often use a matcha labeled as everyday matcha that I wouldn’t have known was good for drinking unless I looked at the color.

Can I save leftovers from this recipe?

Yes, you can store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Just give it a stir before enjoying it again. This is also a great way to make an iced version by making a large batch and just storing it in the fridge to cool down.

What pairs well with a matcha latte?

I love to sip it alongside aprotein French toast casserole,banana bread without butter, or aprotein biscuitwith jam on it. If your taking it on the go and need a snack to pair it with try our Honey Roasted Everything Bagel Cashews Recipe!

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Recipe

Ginger Matcha Latte Recipe (high protein option!)

Author: Mika Kinney

5 from 2 votes

Enjoy a high-protein ginger matcha latte with coconut milk in the comfort of your own home with this easy recipe.

Total Time: 5 minutes mins

Protein: 8g

Serves: 1

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Equipment

1 frother handheld or electric

Ingredients

1 teaspoon matcha (ceremonial grade powder)
2 tablespoon hot water
1 cup coconut milk (full fat)
1 scoop collagen (Orgain is preferred (18g), optional)
2 tablespoon honey ginger syrup (or ½ teaspoon grated ginger and 1 tablespoon honey)

Before you start!

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Instructions

Add your matcha powder to hot, nearly boiling water and whisk vigorously until frothy.
Add everything else to a small pot and heat through while mixing constantly. You can also do this by heating the milk in the microwave, then frothing with a handheld frother or in an electric frother.
Combine the matcha and milk mixture in a mug or in the pot. Then enjoy!

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Notes

Recipe Ingredients & notes

Matcha: It’s super important to use ceremonial grade matcha as opposed to culinary matcha. Ceremonial is much sweeter, bright green in color, and made for drinking, while culinary will be darker in color and is made for baking so the bitterness is broken down more.
Coconut milk: I like to use canned coconut milk, but as long as you're using full-fat coconut milk, canned or boxed will work just fine. You can use almond milk, oat milk, or any other plant-based milk of choice but the flavor won't be the same.

Helpful Tips

Strain the mixture if desired but if you use a microplane to grate the ginger, I don’t find it necessary. If you plan to strain, you can just use a small ginger piece and simmer a little longer to infuse the flavor
Peel the ginger using the back of a spoon or simply grating the outside to remove the skin. You can also just use ginger that’s already minced or grated (available in the produce section).
To use ground gingeruse ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger in place of the grated ginger.
Keep stirring the coconut milk to keep it from burning on the stove and keep the heat on low to medium.

Common Questions:

How can I tell if my matcha powder is good for drinking?

If you aren’t sure if it’s ceremonial grade, check the color. It should be bright green, like Kermit the Frog green. We often use a matcha labeled as every day matcha that I wouldn’t have known was good for drinking unless I looked at the color.

Can I save leftovers from this recipe?

What pairs well with a matcha latte?

I love to sip it alongside a3-ingredient chocolate mug cake,banana bread without butter, or aprotein biscuitwith jam on it.

*Nutritional values are an estimate and are for informational purposes only*

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: high protein, latte

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