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Easy Strawberry Matcha Latte Recipe

Ever wondered how to make Boba Guys’ insta-worthy layered Strawberry Matcha Latte? Here is an easy and simple bubble tea strawberry matcha latte recipe that shows how to make this creamy iced drink at home! It’s creamy, refreshing, and loaded with soft and chewy boba milk tea pearls.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 High ball glasses
Calories: 250 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Chinese , American

Ingredients

For Boba Pearls
  • 3/4 cup tapioca pearls
  • 4 cups water
For the Drink
  • 2 cups strawberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons matcha powder
  • 2/3 cup hot water
  • 1 1/2 cup whole milk
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

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  1. Make the Matcha Tea: Add matcha powder in a medium jar, and then pour hot water on top. Whisk until completely dissolved. Chill the Matcha tea in the refrigerator. (It’s best to make the matcha green tea ahead of time)
  2. Cook the Tapioca Pearls: In a medium saucepan, bring the water to boil. Then add tapioca pearls. Stir gently and wait for them to float to the top. Let them cook for about 5 minutes or until soft. Remove the cooked pearls from the water using a slotted spoon. Quickly rinse them with cold water. Transfer them onto a plate and let them cool completely.
  3. Make the Strawberry Puree: Prepare the strawberries by removing green leaves and cut them into quarters. In a medium mixing bowl, add the strawberries and sugar. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes, and then mash with a fork until the strawberries are broken down.
  4. Assemble Strawberry Matcha Latte: In a serving glass, add 1 to 2 spoons of cooked tapioca balls, and then pour in the strawberry puree. (You can adjust the amount based on your preference: add more strawberry compote if you prefer a sweeter drink)
  5. Fill the rest of the glass with ice cubes. Then add the milk, leaving about half of an inch to the rim of the glass. Then pour in the chilled matcha tea. (Tips: pour gently so that you’ll have 3 beautiful distinct layers.) Stir and enjoy immediately!

Notes

  • Don’t cool down the tapioca pearls in the refrigerator, as it can become hard.
  • You can puree your strawberry using a blender, but I like to use a masher so that my strawberries have a nice chunky texture.
  • To make distinct layers, pour the matcha tea very slowly into the glass. More matcha tea will add a more vivid green color to the drink.

Nutrition Information

Calories 250kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 52g (17%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 9mg (3%) Sodium 51mg (2%) Potassium 227mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 26g (52%) Vitamin A 244IU (5%) Vitamin C 42mg (47%) Calcium 125mg (13%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4High ball glasses

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250

% Daily Value*

Calories 250kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 52g 17%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 51mg 2%
Potassium 227mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 26g 52%
Vitamin A 244IU 5%
Vitamin C 42mg 47%
Calcium 125mg 13%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.