Matcha Protein Shake with Oat Milk
Updated Nov 08, 2024
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If you want to increase your protein intake, try this tasty matcha protein shake. The recipe uses only 4 ingredients and takes 2 minutes to make.
Matcha Protein Shake
A matcha protein shake is a matcha latte with protein powder. Protein shakes are high-protein drinks. Protein shakes are an easy way to get more protein in your diet.
Matcha is finely ground Japanese green tea and it has a vegetal taste that can be balanced with something sweet. In this recipe, the something sweet is date syrup.
Note from Jee
When you’re buying matcha, I recommend spending $20 – $35 per tin or pouch.
If the matcha costs less than $20, it’ll most likely be low quality matcha (brown in color) that’s not from Japan.
For matcha recipes that gets mixed in with anything other than water, don’t use super expensive matcha (more than $50). All the subtle flavors in the matcha will be lost when mixed with milk or sugar.
Recipe Summary
- Made with just 4 ingredients, the protein comes from a protein powder.
- The drink is made with oat milk but any milk can be used.
- This protein shake can be made in a blender in 2 minutes or shaken together in a water bottle.
RELATED: Matcha Smoothie
Ingredient Notes
- Oat milk: Matcha is delicious with oat milk, but any milk can be used in this recipe. Soy milk and cow’s milk are good high-protein choices.
- Date syrup: Date syrup is made of Medjool dates, a natural sweetener. It adds depth of flavor to the shake.
- Matcha: The matcha doesn’t need to be the highest quality but it should cost at least $20 per tin or pouch. Make sure it’s not sweetened.
- Unflavored protein powder: You can use whey, casein, or plant-based protein powder, depending on your preference. An unflavored version will let the matcha flavor shine, but vanilla protein powder also works well in this drink.
For full ingredients and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Variations
Vanilla extract: To balance the earthy flavor of matcha, add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. You can put it in the blender right after the oat milk. Use high-quality vanilla extract for the best taste.
Seeds: Seeds will increase the protein content of your shake. They’ll also provide essential nutrients, including anti-inflammatory fats and vitamins. Examples include flax seeds, hemp seeds, and chia seeds. Use 1 or 2 tablespoons per recipe. Avoid adding too much, as seeds can add a nutty flavor to recipes.
Fruit powders: A fruit powder will add flavor without changing the texture. Tasty examples include strawberry powder and acai powder. For each shake, use 1 to 3 tablespoons.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Pour oat milk into the blender. Add date syrup.
Liquids should always be added first into a blender for an even blend.
Step 2: Add matcha and protein powder.
Step 3: Blend on low speed, then increase to high.
Step 4: Pour into a cup. Serve immediately.
Expert Tips
- Don’t have a blender? Use a shaker bottle or a large jar with a tight lid.
- If you want a thicker protein shake, add a few ice cubes to the blender. They should be the last ingredient to go in.
- Before using protein powder, check the packaging for specific instructions. The serving size for some protein powders might be more than one scoop.
- Refrigerate leftover matcha protein shake in an air-tight jar. Enjoy within 1-2 days for the best flavor and texture.
Related
- Iced Matcha Latte
- Iced Pineapple Matcha
- Matcha Lemonade
- Strawberry Matcha Latte Bubble Tea
- Matcha Ice Cubes
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Matcha Protein Shake
Ingredients
- 2 cups oat milk
- 1 tablespoon date syrup
- 1 tablespoon matcha
- 1 scoop unflavored protein powder
Instructions
- Put oat milk, date syrup, matcha, and protein powder into a blender. Secure lid.Place ingredients into the blender in the order listed.
- Blend until smooth.Start the blender on LOW speed for 5 seconds. Increase speed to HIGH for 20 seconds.
- Pour protein shake into a cup. Serve immediately.
Notes
- The brighter the green of the matcha, the higher the quality. Look to spend $20 – $35 per tin or pouch. If it costs less than $20, it’ll most likely be low quality matcha (brown in color) that’s not from Japan. Make sure it’s not sweetened.
- Matcha is delicious with oat milk, but any milk can be used in this recipe. Soy milk and cow’s milk or good high-protein choices.
- You can use whey, casein, or plant-based protein powder, depending on your preference. An unflavored version will let the matcha flavor shine, but vanilla protein powder also works well in this drink.
- If you want a thicker protein shake, add a few ice cubes to the blender. They should be the last ingredient to go in.
- Before using protein powder, check the packaging for specific instructions. The serving size for some protein powders might be more than one scoop.
- Refrigerate leftover matcha protein shake in an air-tight jar. Enjoy within 1-2 days for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
