Matcha Soy Cappuccino with Ama Koji: A Gut-Friendly Café-Style Drink at Home
- Hitomi
- Oct 16
- 2 min read
Looking for a cozy drink that’s both indulgent and beneficial for your gut health? This matcha soy cappuccino with ama koji brings together Japanese tradition and gut-friendly goodness in every sip.
CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS RECIPE |
This drink blends earthy matcha, creamy frothed soy milk, and the natural sweetness of ama koji (fermented rice). The result? A warm, soothing, and enzyme-rich cappuccino that supports digestion while delighting your taste buds.
Unlike many sweet lattes sold in popular coffee shops, this matcha soy cappuccino with Ama Koji is free from processed syrups and artificial additives. Typical store-bought lattes often rely on flavored syrups packed with refined sugar or artificial sweeteners that provide empty calories and may even disrupt gut health. By using Ama Koji, you get gentle natural sweetness plus active enzymes that support digestion—making this a nourishing alternative that your body will thank you for.
RECIPE OVERVIEW |
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Serving Size: 2
Cuisine: Japanese-inspired wellness
Equipment Needed: Chasen (bamboo whisk), milk frother, fine sieve
Difficulty Level: Easy
Suitable For: Gluten-free, dairy-free, plant-based
NUTRITION & GUT HEALTH BENEFITS |
Matcha: High in catechins (antioxidants) that may help reduce inflammation, balance gut flora, and support metabolism.
Soy milk: A lactose-free, plant-based protein source that nourishes beneficial gut bacteria.
Ama Koji: A fermented sweetener packed with enzymes that support digestion and enhance nutrient absorption.
INGREDIENTS (1 Serving) |
1 tsp matcha (2 heaping chashaku scoops)
40 ml hot water
160 ml soy milk (or other plant-based milk)
2 tbsp ama koji (or to taste)
1/2 tsp matcha powder (for topping)
INSTRUCTIONS |
Add hot water to matcha and whisk until frothy.
Warm soy milk and froth until creamy.
Pour matcha, soy milk, and ama koji into cups.
Sift matcha powder on top for garnish.
RECIPE NOTES |
Adjust sweetness by increasing or reducing ama koji.
If Ama Koji isn't available, use "Koji Amazake" instead!
Works well with oat milk, almond milk, or rice milk.
Can be served iced—but for gut health, a warm version is recommended.
FINAL THOUGHTS |
This matcha soy cappuccino with ama koji is more than a drink—it’s a nourishing ritual. By blending antioxidants, plant protein, and gut-friendly enzymes, you’re treating both body and soul to a warm cup of wellness.
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