Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of matcha and cocoa with this cozy Matcha Cocoa recipe. This warm beverage is a perfect blend of earthy matcha green tea and rich cocoa, creating a comforting drink for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Matcha Mixture:
- 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
- 1/4 cup hot water
Cocoa Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar or sweetener of choice
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Matcha Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk matcha powder and hot water until smooth.
- Make Cocoa Mixture: In a saucepan, combine cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and milk. Heat, stirring constantly until cocoa is dissolved.
- Combine: Stir in vanilla extract. Remove from heat and whisk in matcha mixture.
- Serve: Pour into a mug and enjoy hot.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use whole milk or rich plant-based milk.
- Adjust sweetness levels to suit your taste.
- For extra frothiness, blend the drink.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
