Matcha Smoothie Recipe

This matcha smoothie is creamy, lightly sweet, and ready in under 5 minutes. Blend matcha powder with banana, milk, and yoghurt for a quick drink that gives you steady energy and tastes good without any added sugar.

Prep time	5 minutes
Total time	5 minutes
Servings	1 smoothie
Difficulty	Easy

A matcha smoothie is one of the easiest ways to make matcha taste good, even if you are new to it. Cold temperatures help, and banana plus yoghurt smooth out bitterness and give the drink a creamy texture.

It is also forgiving. If your matcha whisking skills are not perfect yet, you can still get a smooth result with a blender. For a quick matcha primer, see how to make matcha. If you want more ideas, start with the hub: matcha recipes.

Matcha still contains caffeine in a smoothie, because you are using the same powder. If that matters to you, read does matcha have caffeine. Calories depend on what you blend it with, so use matcha calories as a guide when you tweak milk, yoghurt, and sweeteners.

Ingredients

• 1 to 2g matcha powder (about half to one level teaspoon)
• 1 banana (fresh or frozen, frozen makes it thicker)
• 200ml milk (dairy or oat)
• 100g plain yoghurt (Greek yoghurt or a thick plant yoghurt)
• 1 to 2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• 4 to 6 ice cubes (optional) (use if your banana is not frozen)

If you want a stronger matcha flavour, use 2g. If you want it milder and sweeter, start with 1g and add sweetness after you taste it.

How to Make a Matcha Smoothie

1. Optional: dissolve the matcha first. If your blender is not very powerful, mix the matcha with 30ml warm water (around 80°C) in a cup until smooth. If your blender is strong, you can skip this and blend for longer.
2. Add the liquid ingredients to the blender. Pour in the milk and add the yoghurt. This helps the blades catch smoothly.
3. Add banana, matcha, and sweeteners. Add the banana, matcha (or the matcha mix), and the honey or maple plus vanilla if you are using them.
4. Blend until completely smooth. Blend for 30 to 60 seconds, then pause and scrape down the sides if needed. Blend again until there are no green flecks or powdery bits.
5. Adjust thickness, then serve. For a thicker smoothie, add more ice or use frozen banana. For a thinner smoothie, add a splash of milk and blend for 5 to 10 seconds.

How Much Matcha Should You Use in a Smoothie?

For most people, 1 to 2g is the sweet spot. Smoothies hide bitterness better than hot drinks, but too much matcha can still taste sharp, especially if your banana is not very ripe.

• 1g: mild, sweeter, great if you are new to matcha.
• 2g: stronger, more “matcha-forward”, and slightly more bitter if the rest of the smoothie is not sweet enough.

Remember that matcha is caffeinated in any form. If you are sensitive to caffeine, start with 1g and treat it like a morning smoothie.

How to Get the Texture Right (Not Watery, Not Chalky)

A good matcha smoothie should feel thick and creamy, with no powdery aftertaste. Texture mostly comes down to temperature, blend time, and the balance of fruit to liquid.

• For a thicker smoothie: use frozen banana, add ice, or increase yoghurt to 150g.
• For a thinner smoothie: add 30 to 60ml more milk and blend again.
• If it tastes chalky: blend longer, scrape down the sides, and dissolve matcha in warm water first next time.
• If it tastes “too green”: reduce matcha to 1g and add a little more banana or a teaspoon of honey.

Tips for the Best Results

• Start with 1g matcha if you are new - you can always make the next one stronger, but too much matcha is the easiest way to get bitterness.
• Keep it cold - cold smoothies taste smoother. Frozen banana and a handful of ice make a big difference.
• Use something creamy - yoghurt, kefir, or a spoon of nut butter can make the smoothie taste rounder and less sharp.
• Taste before you add lots of sweetener - add 1 tsp, blend, taste, then decide. Matcha goes from “pleasantly sweet” to “too sugary” quickly.
• If it tastes bitter, fix the balance first - use less matcha, add a little more banana or yoghurt, or switch to a naturally sweeter milk like oat.

Variations

• High-protein: add 150g Greek yoghurt, or blend in a scoop of plain or vanilla protein powder.
• Dairy-free: use oat milk and a thick plant yoghurt. Keep the banana frozen for the best texture.
• Green smoothie version: add a small handful of spinach. It tastes mild when banana is in the mix.
• Dessert-style: add 1 tbsp peanut butter and a little extra vanilla for a richer, sweeter finish.
• Different matcha drinks: if you like cold, sweet matcha drinks, try matcha bubble tea or collagen matcha.

Related reading

• matcha benefits

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I put matcha straight into a smoothie?

Yes. A good blender will mix it in, but dissolving matcha in a small splash of warm water first helps prevent clumps.

Does a matcha smoothie have caffeine?

Yes. Matcha is caffeinated, so a smoothie with matcha still contains caffeine. The exact amount depends on how many grams you use.

What's the best milk for a matcha smoothie?

Oat milk is a popular choice because it is creamy and slightly sweet. Dairy milk is richer, while almond milk is lighter and can taste less creamy.

How do I stop my matcha smoothie tasting bitter?

Use less matcha (start with 1g), keep the smoothie cold, and add sweetness or fat with banana, yoghurt, or a small amount of honey.

Can I make a matcha smoothie without banana?

Yes. Replace banana with frozen mango or a few dates for sweetness, and use yoghurt or ice to keep the texture thick.

More Matcha Recipes

• Matcha Recipes: 12 Ways to Use Matcha
• Matcha Bubble Tea Recipe
• Iced Matcha Latte Recipe
• Collagen Matcha

Written by the Popcha team.