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Tofu Pudding Matcha Latte

Tofu pudding matcha latte is a drink that bridges two worlds the silky, gently sweet tofu pudding of Chinese dessert tradition and the earthy ceremony of a well-made matcha. The layers are distinct and beautiful when assembled and blend together as you drink into something that is creamy, smooth, and deeply satisfying. Silken tofu gives the pudding layer an extraordinary texture that is impossible to replicate with anything else. It is a drink that requires a little patience to assemble but is completely worth the effort. This is the recipe for when you want something that feels both nostalgic and completely new.

Ingredients

Matcha Base

• 3g matcha powder
• 30g hot water (175°F / 175°F)
• 10g maple syrup
• 100ml milk of your choice

Ginger Syrup

• 1 knob fresh ginger, sliced
• 1 cup water
• 3 tbsp brown sugar

• 100g silken tofu, cubed

Method

1. 1Make the ginger syrup: boil ginger slices with water, add brown sugar, and simmer until dissolved. Let cool completely.
2. 2Sift matcha powder into a small bowl.
3. 3Pour boiling water into a teacup to cool it to 175°F, then pour into the tea bowl with the matcha.
4. 4Add maple syrup and whisk vigorously for 15 seconds in an "M" shape until smooth and frothy.
5. 5Add silken tofu to the bottom of a glass, followed by ginger syrup, ice, and milk.
6. 6Slowly pour the matcha on top.

Tips & Notes

The tofu pudding layer should be slightly sweetened but still subtle so it doesn't overpower the matcha. Use silken tofu for the smoothest result. This drink is best assembled just before serving so the layers stay distinct.