Ready to dive into the delicious world of homemade cheese tea? My Matcha Cream Cheese Foam Milk Tea is a cozy blend of creamy cheese foam and frothy matcha, perfect for those cozy nights in or a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up! Whip it up in just 5 minutes and treat yourself to a sip of pure matcha bliss!
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Why I Love This Recipe
Crafted with love right in my own kitchen, this Matcha Cream Cheese Foam Milk Tea is a delightful twist on the classic boba shop favorite! By infusing my signature Cheese Foam Cap from my Cream Cheese Foam Green Tea and Cream Cheese Foam Coffee with the rich flavors of matcha, then topping it on some Homemade Milk Tea, I’ve created a unique and indulgent beverage that’s ready to be enjoyed in just 5 minutes!
And the best part? You can make large batches and store them in your fridge, so you can enjoy this delicious cheese foam with your next drink right away! Whether you’re craving a sweet treat or looking to elevate your tea-drinking experience, this homemade delight promises to satisfy your taste buds and provide a refreshing escape. So why wait? Let’s whip up a batch and savor the creamy goodness of this irresistible drink!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Hot Water – water brought to soft boil, around 200F.
- Tea – your preferred Jasmine, Oolong, or Black Loose Leaf Tea. Tea bag will work too.
- Sweetener – use your preferred sweetener.
- Cream Cheese – blocks and at room temperature.
- Matcha Powder – green tea leaves that have been ground into a powder. Culinary grade Matcha Powder will work for this recipe but you can also use ceremonial grade premium matcha if preferred.
- Salt – sea salt preferred.
- Half and Half – a blend of half heavy cream and half milk. Can be purchased at grocery stores.
- Heavy Cream – use whipping cream or heavy cream. Double cream if in the UK.
Additional Add Ins
Enhance your tea experience by adding some Boba to your drink. Easily found at most Chinese grocery stores, these ready-made boba pearls can be boiled in water and added to the bottom of your cup.
🍵 Matcha Note
For this recipe, I recommend using Culinary Grade Matcha. It offers great taste at a more affordable price than ceremonial matcha.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
Directions
☑ Before Getting Started
Ensure your Cream Cheese is at Room Temperature before mixing to achieve a smooth and creamy foam texture.
Step 1 Start by adding cream cheese and sweetened into a bowl and whisk with a hand or stand mixer. Then add matcha powder, sea salt, half and half and heavy cream and continue to mix until thick and frothy consistency with stiff peaks are formed.
🌀 Mixing Pro Tip
The cheese foam is ready once you lift the mixer and notice Peaks Formed in the mixture. This visual cue indicates the perfect consistency for achieving a smooth and creamy foam texture.
Step 2 Brew your favorite oolong, jasmine, or black tea and mix in sweetener, ice and half n half. Spoon the matcha milk foam mixture on top and serve.
🍵 Steeping Pro Tip
Avoid oversteeping the tea to prevent a bitter taste caused by excessive tannins. The recommended times are 3 minutes for Green and Jasmine Tea, 4 minutes for Oolong Tea, and 5 minutes for Black Tea.
🥤 Serving Pro Tip
Sip the tea and savor the foam Without Mixing them together. By doing so, you’ll fully appreciate the delightful layers of flavor in every sip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use store-bought milk tea for this recipe, or is it better to make it from scratch?
While you certainly can use store-bought milk tea for this recipe, I highly recommend making it from scratch. Crafting your own milk tea allows you to have full control over the sweetness level, ensuring it perfectly suits your taste preferences. Additionally, preparing the milk tea yourself guarantees that you're enjoying a drink free from additives.
Can I prepare the matcha cream cheese foam ahead of time and store it separately from the milk tea?
Yes, absolutely! The matcha cream cheese foam can be prepared ahead of time and stored separately from the milk tea. In fact, it's a convenient option that I highly recommend for those looking to enjoy this drink even quicker. Simply store the foam in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it will maintain its freshness and creamy consistency for 5-7 days.
Storage Tips
Once you’ve added the foam to the drink, it’s best to enjoy it right away. However, if you have any leftover matcha cream cheese foam, you can store it by placing it in an airtight container or wrapping it in plastic wrap. This will keep it fresh in the fridge for 5-7 days.
Other Recipes You Might Like
- Cheese Foam Milk Tea
- Matcha Creme Frappuccino
- Sea Salt Foam Iced Green Tea
- Taiwanese Sea Salt Coffee
Watch How To Make It
Matcha Cream Cheese Foam Milk Tea
Ingredients
Milk Tea
- 12 oz Hot Water
- 2 tsp Jasmine, Oolong, Black Loose Leaf Tea
- 5-7 Cubes Ice
- 1 1/2 tbsp Sweetener your preferred sweetener
- 2 tbsp Half n Half
Matcha Foam Cream Cheese
- 1 1/2 oz Cream Cheese room temperature
- 1 1/2 tbsp Sweetener your preferred sweetener
- 1 tsp Matcha Powder
- 1/4 tsp Sea Salt
- 1/4 Cup Half and Half
- 1/4 Cup Whipping Cream
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- In a medium mixing bowl, add sweetener and cream cheese. Beat on high until smooth and creamy. About 1 minute with a hand mixer. Next add matcha powder, sea salt, half and half and heavy whipping cream to the mixing bowl and beat until thick and frothy but still slightly runny. About 2-3 minutes with a hand mixer.
- Put oolong, jasmine or black tea Leaves in the teapot, and pour in boiling water. Let steep for 3-5 minutes. The longer you steep the stronger and bolder the tea will be.
- Once brewed, transfer the tea into a serving cup. Add in sweetener, ice, half n half and mix well until tea is cold. Spoon whipped matcha foam on top and enjoy!
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