Main Course
Matcha Coquito
Ingredients
- 1 can 13.5 oz light coconut milk
- 1 can 12 oz unsweetened evaporated coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey adjust to taste
- 1-2 cups unsweetened almond milk adjust for desired consistency
- Ice cubes for serving
- Optional: Cinnamon sticks or matcha powder for garnish
Method
- In a blender, combine the light coconut milk, evaporated coconut milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, matcha green tea powder, and pure maple syrup or honey.
- Blend the mixture until smooth and well combined.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more maple syrup or honey.
- Transfer the mixture to a large pitcher or container.
- Stir in the unsweetened almond milk until you reach your desired consistency. Start with 1 cup and add more if needed.
- Chill the Healthy Matcha Coquito mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavours to meld together and the mixture to cool.
- When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the chilled Healthy Matcha Coquito over the ice in each glass.
- Optionally, garnish each glass with a cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of matcha powder on top.
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