Get the Recipe: Creamy, Velvety, Layered Matcha Einspanner
The vibrant iced matcha latte is made with layers of matcha and Vienna einspanner sweet cream. The einspanner cream sits on top of the matcha, creating a thick, cloud-like layer. If you love cold foam or cream topped drinks, this matcha einspanner is perfect for you!
Ingredients
For The Einspanner Cream
- ¼ cup (2 ounces or 57 grams) cold heavy cream
- 1 ½ teaspoons granulated sugar
- pinch kosher salt
For the Matcha Einspanner
- ¾ cup (6 ounces or 170 grams) cold whole milk
- 8 ounces (227 grams) ice cubes
- 1 recipe matcha shot for lattes
- 1 Tablespoon simple syrup
- 1 recipe einspanner cream
- matcha powder, for garnish
Equipment
- handheld electric mixer with a whisk attachment OR a milk frother
- electric kettle with temperature control
- matcha bowl with a spout
- matcha whisk
Instructions
- First, make the einspanner cream. In a small bowl, combine the cream, sugar, and salt for the einspanner cream. Use a handheld electric whisk or milk frother to whisk on medium-high until soft peaks form, about 1 minute.
- Assemble the iced matcha einspanner. Pour the ice into a 12-ounce glass, then pour the milk over the ice. Spoon half of the einspanner cream onto the ice, making a small mound on one side of the cup. Whisk the matcha and syrup in a small bowl with a spout. Immediately pour the matcha over the cream.Spoon another the remaining half of einspanner cream into the drink. Garnish with matcha powder.
- Serve immediately. Serve with a straw to stir the einspanner cream into the matcha.
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