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Matcha + Coconut Milkshake

Vegan Matcha Milkshake is made with matcha and coconut nut milk blend for a super easy and delicious treat any time of the day!

head on shot of 2 glass filled with vegan matcha milkshakes.

I love vegan milkshakes! You may already be familiar with my Chocolate Strawberry Milkshake or Best Ever Vegan Chocolate Milkshake which are creamy and delicious.

We all hear about how good matcha is for you. Adding a little to smoothies and shakes is an easy way to incorporate its health benefits into your diet.

You can find #matcha in just about anything these days. It has become a trend that I hope is here to stay!

I thought I would give it a try in a non-dairy milkshake. And just as I thought, it turned out perfect and will be a new summer staple!

top down view of matcha powder in a small marble bowl with wooden spoon.

Benefits of matcha

Of all the teas, green teas are the least processed and hold the most anti-oxidants. Matcha (meaning ‘powdered tea’) is finely ground green tea leaves. It holds the most benefits over other green teas due to the processing and ingestion of the whole tea leaf.

Green tea is high in antioxidants called polyphenols, which act to protect against cancer and help to slow the effects of aging. You can also use it for an energy boost and to aid in weight loss.

top down view of blender container filled with ingredients to make vegan matcha milkshake recipe.

Matcha Milkshake Ingredients

  • Matcha – The flavor of matcha conjures up notes of grassiness with a lovely umami character and pairs perfectly with coconut milk.
  • Coconut milk – Use drinking coconut milk found with other kinds of milk. We recommend unsweetened.
  • Banana – Use one frozen banana to add bulk and creaminess. If using an unfrozen banana, add a few ice cubes.
  • Sweetener – Add a date or drizzle of maple syrup before blending.
  • Toppings – Top off your shake with toasted coconut flakes and dark chocolate shaving and it’s a delicious treat any time of day!

How To Make Matcha Milkshake

Gather your ingredients, add them to your blender, and blend until creamy.

Sip away to a blissful state of green! 💚

top down view of tasty vegan matcha shake in a glass with straw, topped with coconut and chocolate shavings.

I’d love to hear from you! Have you made a matcha milkshake before? What ingredients did you use? Rate this recipe and share your thoughts and any tips you might have in the comments below!

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MATCHA + COCONUT MILKSHAKE

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Matcha and coconut are a lovely flavor combination. This vegan milkshake is light, refreshing and will give you a boost of energy!

  • Author: Julie | The Simple Veganista
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 1
  • Category: Beverage, Dessert
  • Method: blend
  • Cuisine: Vegan

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup coconut milk, pref unsweetened
  • 1 large frozen banana
  • 2 teaspoons matcha
  • a few ice cubes, optional

optional garnish

  • toasted coconut flakes or shredded coconut
  • dark chocolate shavings or cacao nibs

Instructions

Place ingredients in blender and blend until smooth and creamy.

Serve topped with optional garnish.

Enjoy and savor each sip!

Notes

If using unsweetened coconut milk, add 1 – 2 dates, chopped and seeds removed, to sweeten. Or add a drizzle of pure maple syrup, about 1 teaspoon, before blending.

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2 Comments

  1. Could you also use brewed green tea, if you don’t have matcha?

    1. Julie | The Simple Veganista says:

      Sorry for the delayed response. The matcha works best because it’s a powder that gets mixed in with everything. I suppose you could use brewed tea and add a little milk. I’d stick with matcha, but if you do give it a try I’d love to know how it went! :)

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