Mango Sticky Rice Matcha

Since it is mango season, I thought it would be fun to create a mango sticky rice–inspired matcha drink. It features a creamy coconut milk base, sweet mango purée, and a touch of salt to capture the classic flavors of mango sticky rice. If you’re looking for a refreshing twist, give this Mango Sticky Rice Matcha a try!

What is Mango Sticky Rice?

Mango sticky rice is a popular Thai dessert made with sweet sticky rice, rich coconut cream, and ripe mango slices. While its exact origins are unclear, it likely became popular during the Ayutthaya period (1350–1767). Sticky rice has been a staple in Thai cuisine for centuries, but pairing it with coconut milk and mangoes turned it into a delicious treat, especially during mango season.

Ingredients

1 ripe mango
1–2 tsp sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
1.5 tsp matcha powder
6–8 oz milk (dairy or plant-based)
Heavy cream
Full-fat coconut milk
2–3 tsp sweetened condensed milk
Pinch of salt
Ice

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Mango Sticky Rice Matcha Instructions

Peel and dice the mango. Add mango chunks and a splash of water to a blender. Blend until smooth. Sweeten with sugar if desired.

Sift 1.5 tsp matcha into a bowl. Add a small amount of hot (not boiling) water. Whisk until smooth and frothy.

In a frother or small bowl, combine equal parts heavy cream and coconut milk, condensed milk, and a pinch of salt. Froth until light and airy.

Fill a glass with ice

Add mango purée

Pour in 6–8 oz milk

Pour the matcha.

Gently layer the cold foam on top

Add more salt.

Enjoy!

Mango Sticky Rice Matcha Tips

• Use ripe mangoes for maximum sweetness. To pick a ripe one, choose mangoes that are fragrant and slightly soft to the touch.
• Use full-fat coconut milk to create a rich, creamy cold foam.
• Don’t skip the pinch of salt—it enhances the mango’s sweetness and captures the signature sweet-and-salty flavor of mango sticky rice.
• Use hot water around 170°F for preparing the matcha, and whisk until it becomes smooth and frothy.

If you enjoyed this mango sticky rice matcha drink, you might also like my earl grey matcha recipe.