We have been obsessed with Starbucks’ Iced Strawberry Matcha since it came out and knew we needed to create a dupe — but obviously with protein!
This Iced Protein Strawberry Matcha has got the protein power to fuel your day (we’re talkin’ 15g of protein / serving!), all with the perfect combination of earthy and sweet flavors served in 3 gorgeous layers.
Vibrant green, creamy, and packed with antioxidants, matcha has become such a trendy drink over the years. And I have to admit, I’m hooked! From our Banana Matcha Smoothie to our Gluten Free Matcha Waffles we’ve been incorporating matcha into our recipes left and right. We’ve made the quintessential Iced Matcha Latte, but now it’s time to pump it up with some protein and sweet strawberry flavor.
And, for your Starbucks gals, you’ll never have to pay $8 for a strawberry matcha again now that you know how to make it at home! Plus, our strawberry layer is made with fresh strawberries and honey simple syrup — no weird additives.
3 Layers in this Strawberry Matcha!
Green
- Matcha powder: We recommend using fair trade, organic matcha powder for the best quality and flavor.
Red
- Fresh strawberries: These add a subtle sweetness and fruity flavor to the matcha. It’s such a great combo!
- Honey simple syrup: The way honey complements matcha is like no other. This simple syrup adds just the right amount of natural sweetness.
White
- Core Power Fairlife vanilla protein shake: This is our fav protein shake because it’s creamy, delicious, and packed with 26 grams of protein! Feel free to use whatever vanilla protein shake you have on hand or even almond milk x protein powder.
Feel free to use any flavor of simple syrup you prefer. You can also use agave, stevia, or maple syrup as alternative sweeteners.
This protein matcha recipe makes two servings that will perfectly fill two 8-ounce glasses. The amount of Core Power you can add to this drink will depend on the glass size, so if you want to use a larger glass, you may need to adjust the recipe accordingly to fill the entire glass.
Fun Drink Topper Ideas
Want to add a little flare to your protein matcha? Here are some ideas:
top tips
- Use a clear glass so you can see all the layers. You can use a spoon or gently pour the Core Power and matcha so they don’t mix immediately.
- The matcha is more concentrated in this recipe because you will mix it with the Core Power once served. You can make it less concentrated by using less matcha powder when you mix it with the water.
This protein strawberry matcha isn’t something you should make ahead and store for later. It is best enjoyed fresh, so we recommend making it right before serving. If you have leftover ingredients, like fresh strawberries or matcha powder, store them separately in airtight containers in the fridge.
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Add the matcha powder and water to a separate glass and mix to combine. Set aside.
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Place the strawberries and honey simply syrup in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into 2 large glasses.
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Add ice to fill both glasses. Add 7 oz. of the Core Power protein shake to each glass.
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Top each glass with 2 ounces of the matcha mix.
- The amount of Core Power you can add to this drink will depend on glass size. Use a clear glass so you can see all the layers. You can use a spoon or gently pour the Core Power and matcha so they don’t mix immediately.
- The matcha is more concentrated in this recipe because you will mix it with the Core Power once served. You can make it less concentrated by using less matcha powder when you mix it with the water.
Calories: 162 kcal, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 15 g, Fat: 2 g, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 19 g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Photography: photos taken in this post are by Dalya from It’s Raining Flour.
