🥧✨ Key Lime Pie Matcha Latte 🍵🍋
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Servings
1
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Introducing the Key Lime Pie Matcha—a delightful, zesty creation in collaboration with the incredible team at Retro Coffee in Asheville! This recipe combines the creamy goodness of matcha with the tangy twist of key lime pie, creating a drink that’s refreshing, smooth, and oh-so Instagrammable. Whether you're sipping it hot or iced, it's pure sunshine in a cup! ☀️
🫶 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Zesty and Sweet: The citrusy tang of lime perfectly balances the smooth matcha.
- Plant-Based: Dairy-free and absolutely delicious!
- Easy to Make Ahead: The syrup can be prepped and stored for quick matcha-making moments.
- Versatile: Enjoy it hot or iced—both are equally dreamy!
Ingredients
- 1 can (11.6oz/330g) dairy-free sweetened condensed coconut milk 🥥
- 1 cup light brown sugar 🍂
- Juice from 1 whole key lime (roll it on the counter to soften) 🍈
- 1½ cups water 💧
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½ tsp Matcha Nude
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2 tbsp water
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Hot or cold plant milk of choice
🍋 Key Lime Pie Syrup Ingredients:
Other ingredients:
Directions
👩🍳 How to Make the Syrup:
In a large pot, combine the sweetened condensed coconut milk, water, and brown sugar over medium heat.
Stir continuously until smooth and fully combined.
Squeeze in the key lime juice and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool completely.
Transfer the syrup to an airtight container and store it in the fridge.
🍵 How to Make a Key Lime Pie Matcha Drink:
Make Your Matcha Shot: Whisk ½ tsp Matcha Nude with 2 tbsp water until smooth and frothy.
Add Syrup:
12oz drink: Add ½ oz syrup. 16oz drink: 20oz drink: Add 2 oz syrup
Pour in your hot or cold plant milk of choice and stir well.
Optional Toppings: Top with whipped cream and a key lime slice for that café-worthy aesthetic.
Take a moment, snap a pic, and enjoy every zesty, creamy sip of your Key Lime Pie Matcha!
Recipe Note
📸 Share the Matcha Love:
Tried this recipe? Snap a pic, share it on Instagram, and tag @MatchaNude and @RetroCoffeeAVL. We’d love to see your creations!
🛍️ Get the Best Matcha for Your Latte:
For vibrant color, smooth flavor, and clean energy, grab your premium Matcha Nude and elevate every sip.
Raise your glass (or mug) and toast to the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and green goodness. Cheers to Retro Coffee for bringing this flavor magic to life! 🍵💚✨
1 comment
Way too much sugar. 1/2 a cup would have been plenty
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