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    Maca Latte

    Published: Oct 12, 2021 · Updated: Oct 9, 2022 by Natalie · 63 Comments

    This Maca Latte is the perfect energizing drink. It's bold but super smooth and tastes amazing. It's packed with antioxidants and super easy to make - a wonderful, wholesome alternative to classic coffee.

    Table of contents
    • What is maca powder?
    • How to use maca powder?
    • Ingredients used
    • How to make Maca Latte
    • Substitutions
    • Recipe variations
    • Recipe tips
    • Faq
    • 📖 Recipe
    • More recipes to try
    • 💬 Comments
    Maca Latte

    Just recently, I shared the recipe for Matcha Maca Latte and realized that it would be a real shame not to share yet another morning drink I like - an incredible Maca Latte.

    I've been making this maca coffee for years and couldn't recommend it more. It's a powerful super drink that tastes amazing!

    Why do you need to try Maca Latte?

    • This Maca Latte is smooth, rich, and tastes fantastic.
    • It features the superfood maca powder, which boosts stamina, energy, and sex drive.
    • It packs an incredible amount of powerful antioxidants.
    • It's low in calories and great for weight loss.
    • It's full of wonderful earthy maca and cinnamon flavor.
    • It's energizing, brain-boosting, healthy drink, perfect for mornings.
    • It's vegan, easy to make, and in one word - a miracle drink!
    Maca Latte served in a clear mug topped with milk foam and cinnamon

    What is maca powder?

    Maca powder contains fiber, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. It also contains other bioactive compounds and antioxidants, including alkaloids, responsible for many maca powder benefits.

    Maca is an adaptogen, which means it can help to support hormonal, nervous, and cardiovascular systems. It is also quite effective for improving libido and stamina. (2)

    Maca has an earthy, sweet flavor with hints of caramel and vanilla. It is delicious in smoothies, mixed into overnight oats, or in a lovely Maca Latte.

    How to use maca powder?

    Maca is such a great ingredient. I've been using it for many years.

    I love adding maca to my morning smoothies, energy balls, iced drinks, and hot drinks - like this hot chocolate.

    It has a powerful effect on my body and gives me a huge energy boost. It awakes me but doesn't create nervous energy like coffee sometimes does.

    Maca Latte served in a clear mug topped with milk foam and cinnamon

    Ingredients used

    To make Maca Latte at home, you will need only three ingredients:

    Maca Latte ingredients
    • Maca powder. I used yellow maca powder. You can buy maca in any health store. It's quite inexpensive compared to the benefits it gives.
    • Ceylon cinnamon. Also known as “true” cinnamon. Cinnamon is packed with powerful antioxidants that have anti-inflammatory properties. (1, 2)
    • Milk. The best milk to use here is oat milk, organic soy, or almond milk. Cashew works well too. Coconut milk and cow's milk won't work well here.
    • Hot water.
    • Sweetener (optional). Honey or pure maple syrup is the best. See "Recipe tips" for more suggestions.

    How to make Maca Latte

    Making this maca drink is very simple, and it takes 5 minutes to complete. You will need some equipment. I recommend using a bamboo whisk. But there are ways to make it using a shaker or handheld frother. See "Recipe tips" for suggestions.

    • Step 1: Prepare the ingredients.
      • Start with preparing all the ingredients.
      • Put the kettle on for hot water.
      • Put the milk in a small saucepan or microwave to heat. If you have an automatic milk frother, add the milk to the frother, heat, and froth the milk.
    • Step 2: Mix the ingredients.
      • Add a teaspoon of maca powder into a small bowl.
      • Add in a teaspoon of cinnamon.
      • Add in a small amount of hot (but not boiling) water, 2 - 3 tablespoons.
      • Take the bamboo whisk and whisk until completely dissolved. Whisking in an "m" motion can help achieve a nice foam texture.
    • Step 3: Assemble the drink.
      • Transfer the maca mixture into a mug.
      • Add more hot water (if desired), about ¼ cup.
      • Pour the frothed milk into a mug over the maca.
      • Add sweetener, if desired, and to taste.
      • Enjoy hot!
    Maca Latte Process Shots

    Substitutions

    • You can substitute oat milk with almond milk, organic soy milk, or cashew milk.
    • You can substitute yellow maca powder with darker types - black or red maca powder. Black and red maca powder are more suitable for men.

    Recipe variations

    • Add in some vanilla for more flavor.
    • Make it seasonal. Add Pumpkin Spice.
    • Make it keto (bulletproof Maca Latte): Add a teaspoon of MCT oil.
    • Make it anti-inflammatory: Add a teaspoon of turmeric powder.
    • Make it caffeinated: Mix in a shot of espresso or your favorite coffee.
    Maca Latte served in a clear mug topped with milk foam and cinnamon

    Recipe tips

    • If you don’t have a bamboo whisk, you can use a metal whisk, handheld frother, or simple shaker. Bamboo whisks are gentle on the maca and help dissolve more completely. I highly recommend investing in a matcha set!
    • When whisking maca, make sure there are no lumps.
    • Maca Latte tastes best lightly sweetened. So don't go wild with adding sweeteners.
    • Sweetener recommendation:
      • You can use honey or maple syrup here. Make sure you use honey in liquid form, not raw.
      • Use stevia or any low-carb sweetener for a low-calorie option.
      • Other sweeteners like coconut sugar and date syrup are not good here. They change the taste of maca too much.
    • I tested oat, almond, soy, and cashew milk, and they all stood out as winners. Cow milk and coconut milk change the taste considerably. Therefore they are not a good option.
    Maca Latte served in a clear mug topped with milk foam and cinnamon

    Faq

    Does maca have caffeine?

    Maca doesn't contain any caffeine.

    Can you put maca powder in coffee?

    Absolutely. Maca is one of the most energizing foods on the planet, which makes it the perfect extra kick in your coffee!

    Which maca is best for females?

    Yellow maca is the most common form of maca and is primarily used for overall vitality and wellness in both men and women. Yellow maca is also considered the best form of maca for decreasing stress levels, enhancing mood, and improving focus.

    Is maca the same as matcha?

    It may be pronounced similarly, but maca differs from matcha in many ways. While matcha powder is made of tea leaves and originates from Japan, maca is the root from Peru.

    Maca Latte served in a clear mug topped with milk foam and cinnamon

    This maca coffee is smooth and warming, perfect for cozy mornings. It's energizing and works wonders for our bodies. It's healing and absolutely amazing.

    Don't be afraid to try it out. And if you need inspiration beyond this Maca Latte, try some of my other recipes that include maca powder.

    More maca recipes to try

    • Chocolate Maca Balls
    • Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls
    • Peanut Butter Maca Overnight Oats
    • Chocolate Maca Tahini Brownies

    📖 Recipe

    Maca Latte served in a clear mug topped with milk foam and cinnamon

    Maca Latte

    By Natalie
    This Maca Latte is the perfect caffeine-free pick-me-up drink. It's bold but super smooth and tastes amazing. It's packed with antioxidants and super easy to make—a wonderful, wholesome alternative to coffee.
    5 from 176 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American, International
    Servings 1 cup
    Calories 114 kcal

    Equipment

    • Bamboo whisk
    • Milk frother

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 teaspoon maca powder
    • ½ teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
    • ¾ cup oat milk
    • Hot water
    • Sweetener: maple syrup or light honey to taste if desired

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare all the ingredients: Put the kettle on for hot water. Put the milk in a small saucepan or microwave to heat. If you have an automatic milk frother, add the milk to the frother, heat, and froth the milk.
    • Put maca and cinnamon in a small bowl.
    • Add in a small amount of hot water, about 2 - 3 tablespoons.
    • Take the bamboo whisk and whisk until completely dissolved. Whisking in an "m" motion can help achieve a nice foam texture.
    • Transfer the mixture into a mug.
    • Add more hot water (if desired), about ¼ cup.
    • Pour the frothed milk into a mug over the maca.
    • Add sweetener, if desired, and to taste.
    • Enjoy hot!

    Notes

    Substitutions
    • You can substitute oat milk with almond milk, organic soy milk, or cashew milk.
    • You can substitute yellow maca powder with darker types - black or red maca powder. Black and red maca powder are more suitable for men.
    Recipe variations
    • Add in some vanilla for more flavor.
    • Make it seasonal, add Pumpkin Spice.
    • Make it keto (bulletproof Maca Latte): Add in a teaspoon of MCT oil.
    • Make it anti-inflammatory: Add a teaspoon of turmeric powder.
    • Make it caffeinated: Mix in a shot of espresso or your favorite coffee.
    See "Recipe tips" for more recipe info. As a measure, I used a US cup (240ml).

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 372IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 289mg | Iron: 2mg
    Keyword maca drink, maca latte recipe, matcha maca latte
    Tried this recipe?Don’t forget to rate it and leave the comment. I would love to hear what you think.
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.

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    About Natalie

    Natalie is a writer, recipe developer, and creator of Natalie's Health. She combined knowledge of nutrition, diet and exercise and specialised in developing healthy recipes and writing about a healthy lifestyle. Her recipes and articles have been featured in many popular media outlets, like Shape, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine, and many more.

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    1. Oscar says

      July 08, 2022 at 2:59 am

      5 stars
      The maca powder with the cinnamon and oat milk was delicious, I did add just a touch of honey. Was super warming and felt so good after drinking this.

      Reply
    2. Jan says

      July 07, 2022 at 10:58 pm

      5 stars
      oh this is so delicious, a great sub for malt, as it has gluten in it.

      Reply
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