Taco Bell Matcha Recipe – Sweet, Creamy Latte in 5 Minutes

When I think about Taco Bell, the first thing that comes to my mind is tacos, burritos, and nachos, but this time, Taco Bell surprised me with matcha drinks. Yes, that’s true. A special Taco Bell Matcha Latte.

It showed up in some locations, and since then, fans have been talking about it on social media, in blogs, and even on Taco Bell Matcha Reddit threads. 

Many people who tried it said it was creamy, refreshing, and sweet, while others thought it was too sugary. 

But no matter what side you’re on, there’s no doubt the Taco Bell Matcha Drink created hype.

So, I just made it for myself after watching a couple of viral videos.

 

How to Make Taco Bell Matcha?

Taco Bell Matcha is just a matcha latte that was added to their experimental drinks menu. 

It’s a creamy drink made with Japanese matcha powder, milk, and sugar. 

The brand served it both iced and hot in some test stores. It quickly became a trend because Taco Bell usually doesn’t go into matcha territory, which made it stand out.

Some people in their Taco Bell Matcha Review said it tasted surprisingly good for a fast-food version, while others thought it was too sweet and artificial.

Ingredients:

These are the main ingredients you’ll need, and I’ll also give you some substitutions in case you want to adjust. You can use whatever suits your taste.

• 2 teaspoons matcha powder: If you want a smooth flavor, go for ceremonial grade. But if you like a stronger earthy flavor (and cheaper option), culinary-grade matcha is fine too. I usually prefer Jade Leaf or MatchaBar. Sift it before use, or else you’ll get lumps.
• 1 cup milk: Whole milk will give you that creamy taste similar to Taco Bell’s drink. But if you want vegan, oat milk is the closest in texture. Almond milk and soy milk work, but they will be thinner.
• 1–2 tablespoons sugar: You can use regular sugar, simple syrup, or even honey or agave. Taco Bell’s drink leaned sweeter, so start with 2 tbsp if you want that copycat flavor.
• 2–3 tablespoons hot water: Needed to mix matcha properly.
• Ice cubes: If you want to make the iced version.
• Optional whipped cream: For topping, just like a fast-food drink.
• Optional drizzle: Caramel or white chocolate drizzle, totally up to you.

Pro Tip: If you want it richer, you can mix ½ cup milk + ½ cup heavy cream. It will give you that café-style thick latte that feels like dessert.

Instructions:

Here’s how you will recreate it step by step. It’s super simple, but a few small details matter.

Step 1: Sift and Mix Matcha

You will need to take a small bowl, and in that bowl you’ll add 2 tsp matcha powder, and sift it. 

After that, you wanna add 2 to 3 tbsp of hot water. And then whisk it with a bamboo whisk (chasen). 

If you don’t have that, you can also use a regular whisk. And you want to do it until all the lumps don’t disappear.

This step is very important; if you don’t follow it correctly, your drink will be grainy.

Step 2: Sweeten It

In that whisked matcha, you have to add any sweetener like sugar, syrup, or honey, whatever you’re using. 

After adding that, whisk it too and dissolve your sweetener completely. 

Btw, Taco Bell’s version is sweeter, so you don’t want to hesitate to go generous.

Step 3: Add Milk

• For a hot latte: You have to heat about 1 cup of milk and warm it. After that, pour that milk into your matcha mixture and whisk again.
• For an iced latte: You wanna fill your serving glass with ice, and pour 1 cup of cold milk into that. After that, you can slowly add that sweetened matcha mixture on top. This way, you’ll get a nice layered effect.

Step 4: Toppings

If you want that fast-food vibe, you can top your drink with whipped cream and drizzle caramel or white chocolate sauce. It will look just like a Taco Bell Matcha Latte.

 

Variations You Can Try

The good thing about matcha is that you can customize it in so many ways. Here are some options:

• Iced Taco Bell Matcha Latte: Just use cold milk and ice cubes. It’s perfect for summer.
• Blended Frappé Version: You will have to blend ice, milk, sugar, and matcha. By doing so, you will get a thick frozen drink.
• Coconut Matcha: You can replace milk with coconut milk; you will get a tropical taste.
• Vanilla Matcha Latte – Add ½ tsp vanilla extract while whisking. It gives warm undertones.
• Matcha Mocha: Add a tsp of cocoa powder or melted chocolate. You can even try it like Starbucks Dark Chocolate Mocha Recipe.
• Protein Matcha Shake: Add one scoop of protein powder. Great as a pre-workout.
• Holiday Spice Matcha: You can simply sprinkle nutmeg or cinnamon on top. That will give holiday vibes.

 

What to Serve with Taco Bell Matcha

You can enjoy this matcha latte alone (no need for extra stuff), but it tastes better with some snacks or desserts. Here are pairing ideas:

Sweet Options

• A couple of cookies or brownies, like Crumbl Semi Sweet Chocolate Chip Cookies.
• A slice of cheesecake or sponge cake.
• Bakery Style Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffins for a café-style pairing.

Savory Options

• Breakfast burritos or tacos for a Taco Bell-inspired combo.
• Dunkin Donuts Stuffed Bagel Minis for a creamy + salty balance.
• A simple grilled cheese sandwich.

Fruity & Light Options

• A small fruit platter (strawberries, blueberries, kiwi).
• White Chocolate Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries for a fruity + creamy bite.

 

Tips to Get it Right Every Time

• Always sift matcha before whisking. This will prevent clumps.
• Don’t boil water: boiling water will make matcha bitter. Use 175°F (80°C).
• Sweetness matters: Taco Bell’s matcha is usually sweet, so if you want it authentic, don’t skip sugar.
• Froth the milk: If you want café style, use a frother or shake in a jar.
• Serve fresh: Matcha separates if it sits too long.

 

Nutrition (per serving, approx.)

This depends on what milk and sweetener you use, but on average, this is what you will get:

• Calories: 160–220
• Sugar: 16–25g
• Fat: 3–8g
• Protein: 5–7g
• Caffeine: ~70mg (similar to a cup of tea)

If you reduce sugar and use oat milk, you’ll get a lighter version. If you add whipped cream + caramel drizzle, it becomes more of a dessert drink.

 

Why You’ll Love This Taco Bell Matcha Recipe

These are my personal reasons, but I think you will also like the drink because of these reasons.

• It’s much cheaper than buying outside.
• You control the sweetness and milk.
• It’s healthier because you can skip artificial syrups.
• You can make it hot, iced, or blended.
• And honestly, it looks pretty, tastes creamy, and feels refreshing.

 

Conclusion

This was my easy Taco Bell Matcha Recipe that you can make at home without waiting for Taco Bell to bring it back. You’ll only need a few ingredients, and it will give you the same creamy, sweet, and refreshing drink you saw trending.

Plus, you can always customize it to your own taste, vegan or not, sweeter or lighter, iced or hot, even turn it into a frappé.

Trust me, once you try it, you’ll never miss the original, because your homemade version will be even better.

 

FAQs About Taco Bell Matcha Recipe

Here are few questions and answers about this recipe.

Does Taco Bell have matcha?

Taco Bell did test out matcha drinks in some locations, mostly as an iced or hot matcha latte. 

But it’s not available everywhere, so many people never got a chance to try it. That’s why making this copycat version at home is the best option.

What is the best thing to mix with matcha?

You can mix matcha with milk, sugar, and even flavors like vanilla, coconut, or chocolate. 

If you want café style, mix with oat milk for creaminess. Or if you want dessert-like, top with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.

How to make a hot cup of matcha?

It’s very simple. You will sift 2 teaspoons of matcha powder, add a few tablespoons of hot water (not boiling), whisk it until frothy, then pour in 1 cup of hot milk and sweetener.

Stir and serve. That’s your hot matcha latte.

How to matcha drink?

To make a matcha drink, you’ll always start with matcha powder + hot water, whisking it. 

From there, you can mix with milk for a latte, blend with ice for a frappe, or even stir in flavors like vanilla or cocoa. 

It depends on how you like it, but the base is always whisked matcha with water first.