To make a matcha café latte at home, dissolve 1 teaspoon of NESCAFÉ instant coffee in 2 tablespoons of hot water, whisk in matcha powder, then add steamed or frothed milk. The result is a creamy matcha coffee drink with a balanced, earthy, bold flavor. No espresso machine is needed.
This recipe combines the smooth, grassy sweetness of matcha with a concentrated instant coffee base for a café-style matcha latte you can make in about five minutes. It can be served hot or iced. If you like matcha and want an extra caffeine boost and a richer flavor, try this.
The key to this homemade matcha latte is building a strong coffee concentrate first, using just enough hot water to fully dissolve the instant coffee, then whisking in the matcha so both flavors are bold rather than watery. When topped with frothed whole milk or barista-style oat milk, it has a flavor similar to what you'd order at a coffee shop.
It's suitable for matcha lovers who want a coffee-matcha fusion, people who want a quick latte without a machine, and those seeking a creamy, frothy pick-me-up at home. Make it hot with steamed milk or pour it over ice with cold milk for an iced matcha café latte.
