By Becky Hardin
Published Jun 10, 2022
Refreshing and healthy, this pineapple matcha recipe is one delicious drink! Skip the Starbuck’s queue this weekend and whip one of these up in minutes, right in the comfort of your own home.
Copycat Starbucks Pineapple Matcha Drink Recipe
Looking for a refreshing and healthy drink to beat the heat? This iced pineapple matcha recipe is crazy easy to make at home, and full of tropical flavors.
Made with ginger, pineapple, and coconut milk, this vegan matcha drink is zingy and creamy, and one you can feel great about sipping on!
Be sure to try my Iced Coffee and Orange Ginger Shot too!
Why You’ll Love this Starbucks Pineapple Matcha Recipe:
- QUICK AND EASY: Ready to enjoy in minutes , there’s nothing complicated about making this iced drink.
- SIMPLE INGREDIENTS : You only need four main ingredients to make this refreshing drink, plus a little water and ice.
- REFRESHING : Served over ice, this fruity drink is a delicious way to get your caffeine boost!
Trademark Note : In the spirit of transparency, I want to note that this is a copycat recipe for a trademarked product. Starbucks is a proprietary brand that I want to acknowledge and give credit to.
Sit back and enjoy this delicious iced tea drink at home. There’s no bad time for this, whether you enjoy it for breakfast or as a mid-afternoon pick me up.
How to Make Pineapple Matcha from Starbucks at Home
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- Mix together the matcha and water and chill in the fridge.
- Shake together the matcha, pineapple juice and ginger.
- Strain into an ice filled glass and top with coconut milk.
Matcha is ground green tea leaves and is rich in antioxidants. Like tea, it has a slightly bitter taste, but also with some sweetness and umami flavors.
Matcha does contain caffeine, but less than a regular brewed coffee. The caffeine is slowly released, so you’ll have a steady boost of energy rather than a spike like with coffee.
No, you do not. While matcha is traditionally whisked with a bamboo whisk called a chasen, you can use a small whisk to dissolve your matcha. Be sure to move the whisk quickly in an M or W motion to break up the clumps.
I used coconut milk for this drink, as the flavor works so well with the tropical pineapple. You can use a different plant-based milk, but the finish taste will be different. Use a fairly neutral plant based milk like almond or oat, or a dairy milk will result in a creamier drink.
You can easily make this drink to your own tastes by using a different fruit juice. I love the tropical flavor of pineapple, but you could use orange, cranberry, or anything else that takes your fancy!
I love how quick and easy this pineapple matcha is to make. It’s so refreshing to enjoy first thing in the morning to set you up for the day.
Temperature
The water should be hot, not boiling, to help the matcha dissolve. If it is too cold, the matcha will be lumpy. If it is too hot, the matcha will burn and taste bitter.
Whisking
Whisk together the matcha and the water really well so that there’s no dry powder or lumps remaining.
Optional Ingredients
The ginger is optional, but adds a great zing to each sip. Use fresh ginger, and strain the drink into the glass so that it’s nice and smooth.
This is such a great healthy drink that will leave you feeling revitalized. Served over ice, it’s perfect to enjoy on those hot and sunny days.
This pineapple matcha drink is so refreshing, and the tropical flavors really shine through. Whip up one this afternoon and thank me later!
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- Raspberry Lemonade
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If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
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- ▢ ¼ cup hot water 155-175°F
- ▢ 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- ▢ ¼ cup pineapple juice
- ▢ ⅛ teaspoon fresh ginger grated (optional)
- ▢ 1 cup coconut milk
- ▢ Ice as needed
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water and matcha in an M or W motion until fully combined. Transfer the mixture to the fridge to chill, about 5 minutes. ¼ cup hot water, 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- Add the matcha, pineapple juice, and ginger to a cocktail shaker (or a mason jar) and shake them to combine. ¼ cup pineapple juice, ⅛ teaspoon fresh ginger
- Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with coconut milk. 1 cup coconut milk, Ice
- Stir and enjoy!
Equipment
- Instant Read Meat Thermometer Optional
Becky’s Tips
- Temperature: The water should be hot, not boiling, to help the matcha dissolve. If it is too cold, it can be lumpy, and if it is too hot, it will burn the matcha and make it bitter.
- Whisking: Whisk together the matcha and the water really well so that there is no dry powder or lumps remaining.
- Optional Ingredient: The ginger is optional, but adds a great zing to each sip. Use fresh ginger, and strain the drink into the glass so that it’s nice and smooth.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Pineapple Matcha (Copycat Starbucks Recipe)
Equipment
- Instant Read Meat Thermometer Optional
Ingredients
- ¼ cup hot water 155-175°F
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- ⅛ teaspoon fresh ginger grated (optional)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Ice as needed
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water and matcha in an M or W motion until fully combined. Transfer the mixture to the fridge to chill, about 5 minutes. ¼ cup hot water, 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- Add the matcha, pineapple juice, and ginger to a cocktail shaker (or a mason jar) and shake them to combine. ¼ cup pineapple juice, ⅛ teaspoon fresh ginger
- Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with coconut milk. 1 cup coconut milk, Ice
- Stir and enjoy!
Notes
- Temperature: The water should be hot, not boiling, to help the matcha dissolve. If it is too cold, it can be lumpy, and if it is too hot, it will burn the matcha and make it bitter.
- Whisking: Whisk together the matcha and the water really well so that there is no dry powder or lumps remaining.
- Optional Ingredient: The ginger is optional, but adds a great zing to each sip. Use fresh ginger, and strain the drink into the glass so that it’s nice and smooth.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
