Hojicha Latte

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 2 small–medium mugs (or 1 large)

Ingredients:

2 teaspoons hojicha powder (or 2 tablespoons loose-leaf hojicha)

1/3 cup (80 ml) hot water

1½ cups (360 ml) milk of choice

2–3 teaspoons sugar, honey, or maple syrup

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Pinch of sea salt (optional)

Instructions:

Whisk hojicha powder with hot water until smooth, or brew loose-leaf hojicha strong and strain.

Warm milk with sweetener, vanilla, and salt in a small saucepan until steaming.

Froth the milk lightly with a whisk or frother, if desired.

Divide the hojicha base between mugs.

Pour hot milk over the tea base, then spoon foam on top.

Taste, adjust sweetness if needed, and serve immediately.

Nutrition (Calories)Approximately 120–160 calories per serving using dairy milk and a small amount of sweetener; lower with unsweetened plant milk. Best for cozy mornings, afternoons, or an evening wind-down drink.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 4

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 158

Notes

Pro Tip:
Use a handheld milk frother directly in the saucepan or mug for quick foam and an extra café-style texture without special equipment.