A refreshing blend of strawberry puree, matcha, and vanilla sweet cream layered over ice for a cool summer treat.
# What you'll need:
→ Strawberry Layer
01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons water
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
→ Matcha Layer
05 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
06 - 1/4 cup hot water at 175°F
→ Vanilla Sweet Cream
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk or dairy-free alternative
08 - 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
09 - 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup
→ Assembly
10 - 1 cup ice cubes
11 - Fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish
# Method:
01 - Combine strawberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring and mashing until strawberries soften and become syrupy, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, cool completely, then blend or mash until smooth. Set aside.
02 - Sift matcha powder into a bowl. Add hot water at 175°F and whisk vigorously using a bamboo whisk or milk frother until the mixture becomes smooth and frothy.
03 - In a small pitcher, whisk together milk, cream, and vanilla syrup until fully combined.
04 - Divide strawberry puree equally between two large glasses. Add ice cubes to each glass. Slowly pour vanilla sweet cream over the ice. Gently pour matcha over the cream to create distinct layers.
05 - Garnish each drink with sliced fresh strawberries if desired. Stir thoroughly before drinking.
