Posted Oct 22, 2017, Updated Jun 26, 2024 Usually around 2 pm after a day of homeschool, grocery shopping, playing and cooking I usually need a pick-me-up. This collagen matcha latte is a go-to for me on the afternoons when I need some fuel to get me through the afternoon slump! It’s low-calorie, high-protein, and easy to make with 4 ingredients in 3 minutes. And of course it’s delicious, and the matcha provides a little dose of caffeine for an afternoon energy boost!
Collagen Matcha Latte Recipe Nutritional Information:
I love that this healthy matcha latte is nutritious! Here is the nutritional information for this recipe based on using unsweetened almond/coconut blend for the non-dairy milk & 2 scoops of collagen powder.
160 calories 18 g protein 20 g collagen 34 mg caffeine (about the same as ⅓ cup of coffee)
This collagen matcha latte promotes healthy digestion & gut health, improves muscle recovery, and gives your hair, skin and nails a beauty boost! Plus it’s packed with antioxidants, increases metabolism and boosts immunity.
Collagen Matcha Latte Recipe: Substitutions
Milk: My favorite option for this recipe is a coconut/almond milk blend. It keeps the drink low-calorie but the coconut milk imparts a rich and delicious flavor. Almond milk, coconut milk, whole milk, and 2% milk are all great choices. Honey. Raw honey is my favorite way to sweeten this drink, maple syrup is great too. Or you can omit the sweetener if you don’t prefer sweet drinks. Collagen powder. I use this organic collagen in my smoothies, coffee, etc. for extra protein daily. This collagen matcha latte can be made with 1 or 2 scoops of collagen protein powder. I typically opt for 1 (which is about 2 Tablespoons). The powder is flavorless so the amount does not impact the taste. The only thing that changes is the frothiness. If you use 2 scoops your latte will be very frothy. Matcha powder. I suggest using high-quality, organic matcha powder for the best results.
How to Make a Matcha Latte
To make this recipe, pour the ingredients into a Vitamix, blend for two minutes and serve. You can also make it on the stovetop if you prefer. Just whisk the ingredients together in a saucepan and cook over medium heat and until warm, then serve.
Serve
You can serve it alone – like I prefer to do as an afternoon energy boost. Or, enjoy it with your favorite breakfast recipes. If you make and love our recipes, it would mean so much to me if you would leave a comment and rating! And don’t forget to follow along with us on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and Youtube – be sure to tag @joyfoodsunshine and use the hashtag #joyfoodsunshine so we can see your creations!
