Does matcha have caffeine?

Matcha is a type of green tea and it contains caffeine. The amount varies based on the source and freshness of the matcha powder you use. In general, 1 teaspoon of matcha has approximately 65mg of caffeine. In comparison, one shot of espresso has about 40-80 mg of caffeine

Is matcha good for you?

Matcha, just like green tea is high in antioxidants. It's generally said matcha is healthier than coffee. It doesn't give most people the same jitters coffee does because its caffeine content is released more slowly in your body.

What's the difference between culinary and ceremonial grade matcha?

I highly recommend using ceremonial-grade matcha for your lattes and smoothies whenever possible. It's more expensive but it has better flavor. It's more sweet, less bitter, less grass-tasting, and has a brighter, more vibrant green color.

Can I blend the strawberries with the matcha?

You can but it won't be green. I made the smoothie in two layers because if you mix the strawberries with matcha, the smoothie will have a muddy color. It will still be delicious but just not as pretty.

Strawberry Matcha Smoothie

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Strawberry Matcha Smoothie

Recipe by Veronika Sykorova

This two-layer Strawberry Matcha Smoothie is refreshing and creamy, gives you natural energy, and it's the perfect breakfast for any matcha lover!

Total Time10 minutes
Yield1-2 1x
DietVegan

Ingredients

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1 cup fresh strawberries
1 cup almond milk
1 tsp matcha powder
Handful of baby spinach (optional)
1 frozen banana
1/2 cup frozen pineapple
1 serving of protein powder (optional, plain or vanilla flavor are great options)
Garnish: fresh strawberry (optional)

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Instructions

Add strawberries into a high-speed blender and blend on high until pureed. Pour into a glass and set aside.
Rinse your blender with water and add almond milk, matcha powder, baby spinach (if using), frozen banana, frozen pineapple, and protein powder (if using).
Blend on high until smooth.
Add some of the pureed strawberries into a tall glass followed by some of the matcha smoothie. Layer the two until all is used. This can be one large glass or divided into two glasses.
Garnish with a strawberry and enjoy with a straw to mix the two layers.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Smoothies are best consumed right away.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Category: Smoothie
Method: Blender
Cuisine: American

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