Ingredients
For the Strawberry Sauce (makes about 4 servings)
1 package (0.7–0.8 oz) freeze-dried strawberries
3 tablespoons granulated sugar (use 2 for a milder sweetness or 4 for a sweeter, dessert-like flavor)
1 cup water
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (optional)
For One Serving of Matcha
1 teaspoon (4 g) ceremonial-grade matcha
1/4 cup warm water
Sweetener of choice, optional
1/2 to 3/4 cup milk of choice
Ice
Instructions
1. Prepare the Strawberry Sauce
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Add the freeze-dried strawberries, sugar, water, salt, and vanilla bean paste (if using) to a blender.
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Blend, starting on low speed and increasing gradually, until completely smooth.
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Transfer the sauce to an airtight jar.
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Store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
2. Prepare the Matcha
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Sift the matcha into a small bowl to remove clumps.
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Add warm water and sweetener, if desired.
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Whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk until frothy and fully dissolved.
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Add milk and whisk again to combine.
3. Assemble the Iced Strawberry Matcha
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Pour 1/4 cup of the strawberry sauce into the bottom of a glass.
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Fill the glass with ice.
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Slowly pour the matcha mixture over the ice.
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Serve immediately.
Notes
- Sweetness:
Three tablespoons of sugar in the sauce give a natural, ripe-berry taste.
Increasing to four tablespoons will make it taste more like a classic sweet café drink.
Reducing to two tablespoons gives you flexibility to sweeten the matcha instead. - Matcha Choice:
Always use high-quality ceremonial-grade matcha for the smoothest, brightest flavor. - Texture:
Freeze-dried strawberries blend into a silky sauce without making the drink thick or pulpy. - Serving Ideas:
The strawberry sauce is excellent over yogurt, oatmeal, or ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 min