Minty Matcha
If you’ve ever tried Matcha, it is not an easy drink to drink when it doesn’t have sweetener. I have grown to actually enjoy Matcha with some ginger and cinnamon sprinkled in, but it took over a year of me drinking it with hot milk and honey, and slowly getting used to it, to get me there. But we are no longer using unnecessary sweetener, so when I wanted a warm Matcha, but also wanted a more substantial drink - I came up with this delicious Peppermint Matcha! I love the addition of peppermint because it provides such a strong comforting flavor, it’s great for the stomach, and covers up the earthy green taste of Matcha!
What is Matcha?
Matcha is packed with antioxidants which help fight inflammation and protect against cell damage. Compared to coffee, it provides a smoother energy boost due to its unique combination of caffeine and L-theanine. If coffee gives you the jitters, then Matcha is a great alternative. It may support heart health by helping lower LDL cholesterol levels and blood pressure. Due to the caffeine content, it may help with those looking for weight management and fat burning as well.
Matcha is a finely ground powder made from specially grown and processed green tea leaves. Unlike traditional green tea, where leaves are steeped in hot water and discarded, matcha is whisked directly into water, so you consume the whole leaf. This method provides a more concentrated dose of nutrients, antioxidants, and caffeine compared to regular green tea.
So what else is in here?
Collagen - Great for hair and skin health. I take a lot of collagen when I am dealing with postpartum hair loss.
Peppermint Extract - Peppermint is great for digestion and can help calm an upset stomach.
Coconut Milk - A healthy and filling dose of fat and a little extra sweetness. Feel free to sub for any other milk. Milk’s with lower fat content just won’t have a creamy drink, but will still be delicious.
Flax Seeds - A great source of healthy omega’s. Flax seeds are essential to supplement with, especially if you don’t get several servings of seafood a week. Feel free to omit these if you don’t want the texture in the drink
Kefir - One of my favorite yogurt alternatives. Kefir is loaded with beneficial gut bacteria, and is amazing for keeping your immune system strong. You can definitely sub this for any type of yogurt, or even a banana.
Minty Matcha
A delicious, healthy, and soothing matcha drink that won’t give you the jitters and will leave you feeling like a million buck.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients
1 tbsp Matcha
2 tbsp collagen
1 tsp peppermint extract
5 ice cubes
2 cups of coconut milk
1 tbsp flax seeds
1/2 cup of kefit
Instructions:
Add all of the ingredients into the blender, and blend well. You can omit the flax seeds for a smoother texture, enjoy right away!
