# Components:
→ Matcha Base
01 - 1 teaspoon high-quality matcha powder
02 - 1/4 cup hot water (approximately 175°F), not boiling
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
05 - 3/4 cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy such as oat, almond, or soy)
06 - Ice cubes as needed
→ Protein Foam
07 - 1/4 cup cold milk of choice
08 - 1 scoop (about 15 grams) vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
→ Garnish
12 - Pinch of ground cinnamon
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Whisk matcha powder with hot water until smooth and frothy.
02 - Blend in ground cinnamon and maple syrup or honey until fully dissolved.
03 - Fill a tall glass with ice cubes and pour in the milk.
04 - Pour the matcha-cinnamon mixture over the milk and ice, stirring gently to integrate.
05 - In a separate bowl or shaker, combine cold milk, protein powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and sweetener.
06 - Use a milk frother or small whisk to whip the mixture until thick, creamy, and foamy.
07 - Spoon the protein foam over the iced matcha latte and sprinkle with ground cinnamon before serving.