Soothing Matcha Green Tea Latte
A warm, comforting matcha latte made with creamy plant milk and a touch of collagen for a protein boost. This gentle beverage offers a steady, calm energy without the typical coffee crash.
Prep
3 min
Cook
4 min
Total
7 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by DaLynn + Lila
DaLynn created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
A better-fueled day
Make regular eating and hydration easier
Use this meal as an easy anchor for regular food and a glass of water—two simple things that can get lost on a busy day.
Notice: timing + hydration
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
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Prep
3 min
Cook
4 min
Total
7 min
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Equipment
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Instructions
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Next: Warm the almond milk until it is…
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Warm the almond milk until it is…
In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the almond milk until it is hot but not boiling, about 165%F (74%C), which takes roughly 3 to 4 minutes.
Look for: it is hot but not boiling
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Add the matcha green tea powder and…
In a wide-bottomed mug or a small bowl, add the matcha green tea powder and collagen peptides.
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Pour about 2 tablespoons (30ml) of the…
Pour about 2 tablespoons (30ml) of the hot almond milk into the mug with the matcha and collagen.
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Use a bamboo whisk or a handheld…
Use a bamboo whisk or a handheld milk frother to whisk the mixture in a rapid zig-zag motion until the powder dissolves fully and a smooth, frothy green paste forms.
Look for: the powder dissolves fully and a smooth, frothy green paste forms
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Slowly pour the remaining hot almond milk…
Slowly pour the remaining hot almond milk into the frothy matcha paste, holding back any foam with a spoon if desired, then spooning the foam on top at the end.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Stir in the vanilla extract and honey
Stir in the vanilla extract and honey, then serve immediately while hot.
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