Homemade Apricot Matcha Latte

Yield: 1 serving

Skill level: Easy

Skip the coffee shop and make this refreshing apricot matcha latte at home! Sweet homemade apricot jam made with fresh Superfresh Growers apricots perfectly balances the earthy flavor of matcha, creating a smooth, creamy drink that's perfect for warm summer days. With just a handful of ingredients, this easy recipe is a delicious way to enjoy one of the season's freshest fruits.

Ingredients 

Homemade Apricot Jam

• 2 cups apricots, diced
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon unflavored gelatin 

Apricot Matcha Latte 

• 1 teaspoon Matcha tea powder
• 6 ounces of hot water
• 3 - 4 tablespoons of apricot jam
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 

Directions 

Apricot Jam 

1. Sauté the apricots, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently until the fruit is softened.
2. Use a hand immersion blender to puree, then stir in the gelatin.
3. Let it cool completely and store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week.

Iced Matcha Latte 

1. Start by making the matcha tea by combining 1 teaspoon of sifted matcha with 6 ounces of hot water.
2. Whisk in an "M" shape for 30 seconds until it froths.
3. Set aside to cool.
4. In a tall glass, add 3-4 tablespoons of your homemade apricot jam syrup, depending on how sweet you'd like it.
5. Fill with ice and add 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk.
6. Pour the cooled matcha on top.
7. Stir and enjoy!