PB&J Protein Matcha Latte

A nostalgic childhood favourite gets a Stay Golden-approved upgrade. This PB&J Protein Matcha Latte combines sweet homemade blueberry syrup, creamy almond butter, and vanilla matcha for a fun flavour that tastes like your favourite sandwich, but with a little more staying power. Packed with protein, naturally sweetened, and made with simple ingredients, it’s a delicious way to get your matcha fix while adding a little extra protein to your day.

Make Your Blueberry Syrup:

• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

• 2 tbsp water

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1–2 tsp raw honey, Manuka honey, or yacon syrup

• ½ tsp vanilla extract, optional

• Pinch of sea salt

PB & J Protein Matcha Latte:

• 1–2 tbsp homemade blueberry syrup

• Smooth almond butter

• Ice

• ⅓ cup unsweetened almond milk

• ½ scoop vanilla protein powder

• 1 tsp matcha

• ¼ cup water

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp yacon syrup or honey

Instructions:

1. First to make your blueberry syrup, add the blueberries, water, and lemon juice to a small saucepan.

2. Simmer over medium-low heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries soften and burst.

3. Mash with a fork or blend until smooth, depending on your preferred texture.

4. Remove from the heat and stir in the honey, vanilla, if using, and a pinch of sea salt.

5. Let cool completely. The syrup will thicken slightly as it cools.

6. To make your latte, shake or froth the almond milk and vanilla protein powder until smooth and creamy.

7. Smear a thin layer of smooth almond butter around the inside rim of your glass.

8. Add the blueberry syrup to the bottom of the glass, followed by ice.

9. Pour in the protein almond milk.

10. Whisk the matcha, water, vanilla extract, and yacon syrup or honey until smooth and frothy.

11. Slowly pour the matcha over the top.

12. Give it a stir or enjoy it layered for the full PB&J effect!

Storage: Store your blueberry syrup an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.