BANANAS FOR MATCHA

Makes: 1 serving 

Ingredients: 

  • 1 ripe banana 1 tsp matcha powder 
  • 2–3 tbsp La Vida Vegan Matcha Spread 
  • 200–250 ml oat milk 
  • Plenty of ice cubes 
  • A small splash of warm water (to loosen the matcha) 
  • Optional: maple syrup to taste

Method: 

  1. Whisk the matcha powder with a small splash of hot (not boiling) water using a matcha whisk or mini whisk until you have a smooth, frothy matcha without lumps. 
  1. Put the La Vida Vegan Matcha Spread in a blender or shaker and mix with a splash of warm oat milk until smooth, so no lumps remain. 
  1. Add the ripe banana to the blender. 
  1. Pour in the whisked matcha and the rest of the oat milk. 
  1. Blend everything into a smooth, creamy mix. 
  1. Fill a glass generously with ice cubes. 
  1. Pour the banana matcha mix over the ice. 
  1. Add a few loose slices of banana as a garnish. 

Tip: Use a nicely ripe banana for the best sweetness and creaminess.