Ingredients
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1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
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1–2 tablespoons sugar, honey, or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
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¾ cup milk or plant-based milk (oat, almond, coconut, etc.)
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1 teaspoon ceremonial-grade matcha powder
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2 tablespoons warm water (160°F–170°F)
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Ice cubes
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Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice, vanilla extract, whipped cream, chia seeds
Instructions
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Blend strawberries until smooth, then simmer with sweetener and optional lemon juice for 5–7 minutes. Let cool completely.
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Sift matcha powder, add warm water, and whisk until frothy and smooth.
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Fill a tall glass halfway with ice.
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Add 2–3 tablespoons of cooled strawberry purée to the bottom of the glass.
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Slowly pour in the milk over the back of a spoon to preserve layers.
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Top gently with whisked matcha, again pouring over the back of a spoon.
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Optional: Garnish with whipped cream or crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Serve immediately.
Notes
Chill all components before layering for clean separation. Use ceremonial-grade matcha for the smoothest flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion