Matcha Coconut Keto Smoothie
Matcha Coconut Keto Smoothie is earthy, creamy, and lightly sweet. Unsweetened matcha, coconut milk beverage, coconut cream, MCT oil, vanilla, and ice blend into a smooth green drink with a frothy top. Matcha naturally contains caffeine, and optional liquid stevia can be added carefully after tasting.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Matcha provides the green-tea flavor and caffeine, coconut cream creates body, and coconut milk beverage keeps the smoothie easy to drink. Vanilla helps soften matcha's bitter edge, while MCT oil increases the fat without changing the flavor significantly. Sifting the matcha prevents dry clumps. Matcha naturally contains caffeine, and the amount and its effects vary from person to person.
Simple Swaps
Unsweetened almond milk or macadamia milk can replace the coconut milk beverage, although this changes the flavor and allergen profile. To keep the recipe plant-based, skip heavy cream as a replacement for the coconut cream. The MCT oil may be reduced or omitted if it is not tolerated, but the nutrition will change. Start with 1/2 teaspoon matcha for a milder flavor or lower caffeine amount. Avoid sweetened matcha-latte powders because they contain ingredients and nutrition that differ from plain matcha.
Make-Ahead Tips
Measure the matcha, vanilla, and optional sweetener ahead of time, but keep the matcha dry until blending. Refrigerate the coconut milk beverage and coconut cream separately. Do not place all the liquid ingredients in a freezer bag. When ready to blend, sift the matcha, pour in the coconut milk beverage, and add the coconut cream, MCT oil, vanilla, optional sweetener, and ice. A blended matcha smoothie can be refrigerated in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours, but its foam will settle and the ingredients may separate. Shake or re-blend before drinking.
Matcha Coconut Keto Smoothie
Description
Matcha Coconut Keto Smoothie is earthy, creamy, and lightly sweet. Unsweetened matcha, coconut milk beverage, coconut cream, MCT oil, vanilla, and ice blend into a smooth green drink with a frothy top. Matcha naturally contains caffeine, and optional liquid stevia can be added carefully after tasting.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened refrigerated coconut milk beverage
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened matcha powder
- 2 tablespoons canned unsweetened coconut cream, well stirred
- 1 tablespoon MCT oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Liquid stevia, optional, starting with 1 drop
- 1/2 cup ice
Instructions
- 1Gather all your ingredients and measure them out before you start. Sift the matcha through a fine mesh strainer to remove any clumps.
- 2Pour the unsweetened coconut milk into the blender first so the blades have liquid to pull the rest of the ingredients into.
- 3Add the coconut cream, MCT oil, and vanilla extract on top of the coconut milk.
- 4Sprinkle the sifted matcha powder over the liquid so it does not stick to the bottom of the blender.
- 5Add the ice last, right on top, so it crushes evenly into the smoothie.
- 6If you want a touch of sweetness, add 1 drop of liquid stevia to start. You can add a second drop later after tasting.
- 7Secure the lid and blend on low for about 10 seconds to combine, then turn it to high.
- 8Blend on high for 30 to 60 seconds, or until the smoothie looks smooth, frothy, and bright green with no streaks of matcha left.
- 9Stop the blender and taste a small spoonful. Add a splash more coconut milk if it feels too strong, or one more drop of stevia if you want it sweeter. Pour into a chilled glass and drink right away while it is foamy on top.
Tips and Tricks
- 1
Sift the matcha through a fine mesh strainer before blending. Matcha clumps easily and sifting is the easiest way to keep the smoothie smooth.
- 2
Use culinary-grade or ceremonial-grade matcha. Avoid sweetened matcha latte mixes, which add hidden sugar and pull the smoothie out of keto range.
- 3
Start with 1 teaspoon of matcha and work up if you want a stronger green tea flavor. A little goes a long way.
- 4
If you are new to MCT oil, begin with 1 teaspoon and work up to the full tablespoon only if tolerated. The nutrition estimate includes the full listed tablespoon, so using less changes the nutrition.
- 5
Add sweetness one drop of stevia at a time and taste as you go. Matcha tastes balanced with very little sweetness.
- 6
This recipe contains caffeine from matcha. Caffeine content varies by product, and individual sensitivity varies. Use less matcha or choose another recipe when caffeine is not appropriate.
Nutrition
Approximate nutrition per small serving (1/2 of the recipe), calculated with unsweetened refrigerated coconut milk beverage. Estimated net carbs: 2 g (total carbs minus fiber). Values vary by product brand and substitutions; individual ketogenic carb targets vary. No recipe guarantees ketosis.
Calories: 145kcal, Protein: 1g, Carbs: 2g, Fat: 14g, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 1g, Sodium: 30mg.
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredient brands, product sizes, preparation methods, and substitutions. It is not intended as medical or dietary advice.