Matcha Latte Ice Cubes

Name: Matcha Latte Ice Cubes
Prep time: 4 min
Total time: 244 min
Ingredients: 1 ¾ cups water; 1 tablespoon matcha; 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk

Let the freezer and a milk frother do all the work with this simple green tea ice cube recipe. Add milk it’s an instant iced matcha latte!

Matcha green tea ice cubes in glass cups.

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About This Recipe

Matcha latte ice cubes are made from matcha green tea, water, and sweetened condensed milk.
Once the ice cubes are frozen, put a few into a cup and pour milk — instant iced matcha latte!
The sweetened condensed milk is key to creating less separation between the matcha and water.
An electric milk frother mixes all the ingredients easily but not necessary to make this recipe.

Love matcha? Try it in a milkshake, frappuccino, bubble tea, and in a classic matcha latte.

Matcha latte ice cube ingredients on a surface.

Ingredient Notes

Matcha
Good quality, bright green matcha is a must. Look to spend $15 – $30 regardless of whether the package is labeled ceremonial or culinary grade.
Filtered water
Better water makes a better drink.
Sweetened condensed milk
My secret ingredient to sweeten tea lattes.

Sifting matcha using a mesh strainer into an electric milk frother.

Pouring matcha latte into ice cube trays.

How to Make Matcha Latte Ice Cubes

Here’s a quick overview of the steps. For full ingredients and instructions, scroll to the bottom.

Combine ingredients
Pour matcha latte into ice cube trays
Freeze

I use this ice cube tray that makes small 7/8″ cubes.

Tea Sommelier’s Tip: Matcha can easily clump so sift it using a mesh strainer.

An electric milk frother is the easiest way to make this recipe but if you don’t have one, put ingredients into a cocktail shaker and shake for a few seconds until well combined.

My Electric Milk Frother Pick

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I love this little machine. I use it all the time to make lattes. (Apparently, my plan is to drink all my calories here on out.)

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Matcha green tea ice cubes on a surface.

Serving Suggestions

Pop them like candy!
I really like the smaller size of the ice cubes because I can pop them in my mouth like little bursts of icy matcha latte candy and cool down immediately on those super hot summer days.

Make an iced matcha latte.
To make an iced matcha latte, put ice cubes into a cup and pour milk (any kind) on top. As the ice cubes melt, the drink will turn into an iced matcha latte.

I use the milk frother twice to make the iced matcha latte — first to mix all the ingredients and then to froth the milk for the iced matcha latte. I use the cold setting and it froths cold foam.

Make a matcha frappuccino.
Add these ice cubes into a blender with milk and blend until smooth.

Notes & Tips

Sifting the matcha will help prevent clumps and give you a smoother ice cube.
If using the milk frother, make sure to set the temperature to cold so you’re not making hot froth.
The matcha will settle to the bottom of the ice cube tray as it freezes so seeing the gradation is natural.
Don’t use more sweetened condensed milk than what the recipe calls for since it won’t freeze properly due to the high sugar content.
Keep the ice cubes in the trays until they’re ready to use. If you’re making a few batches at a time, take them out of the tray and put the ice cubes into a sealed plastic bag or airtight container.
Ice cubes will be good in the freezer for up to 2 months. After that time, the quality and flavor won’t be as good.

Questions You May Have

Is there caffeine in matcha ice cubes?

Yes, there’s caffeine in matcha.

Why does my matcha latte ice cubes look brown?

Using a less expensive matcha (under $15) means the green color won’t be as bright. Go for a higher quality matcha that’s in the $20-$30 range.

Can I use a blender to mix all the ingredients?

You can, but I’ve found that the clean-up can take longer than making the recipe so I like using the cocktail shaker or the electric milk frother.

Pouring milk into a cup filled with matcha ice cubes.

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