You can certainly use Buttercream or your desired frosting in this recipe to sub the vegan frosting. For me, I usually bring hot sakura tea in a thermos flask to school so it can help me stay awake during those 3-hour lectures. Although Cherry Blossom Latte was made popular by Starbucks Japan, the homemade Sakura Matcha Latte is so much tastier.

Sweet Sakura Sugar Powder, 30g - NIHON ICHIBAN

Repeat these steps until smooth and even ribbons of batter slowly run off the spatula in one stream. Sakura tea is also served at sakura-viewing festivals for those who are not fans of alcoholic drinks.When in bloom, the national flower of Japan represents renewal and hopefulness, reflective of the new season. And drinks with sakura powder honor this characteristic: they are very delicate, with a hint of sweetness.

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You may use regular sugar for this recipe, but if your sakura powder is sugar-free, you might as well make a sugar-free cherry blossom lemonade. While not widely known as an ingredient, it has recently gained the attention and admiration of cooking enthusiasts and Japanese culture aficionados alike. With its beautiful delicate pink color, delightful taste, and captivating aroma, sakura adds an elegant touch to your culinary creations, whether in the form of pickled flowers or powdered form. To remove the saltiness, soak the two groups of flowers in separate bowls of water for at least 30 minutes. Tea – Add 1-2 teaspoons of Cherry Blossom Syrup into mild flavored teas to sweeten them and add a floral aroma.People from all over the world flock to Japan to see and smell these incredibly beautiful and fragrant flowers. Chill the Sakura latte in the refrigerator and serve it over ice cubes for a refreshing and floral iced drink. A Sakura latte is a delicious and visually appealing drink that celebrates the beauty of the cherry blossoms.

Cherry Blossom Lemonade - Dreamy Cup

The sakura powder I used for the pictures in this post has a very vibrant pink hue (which I love), but depending on the brand you get, it might have another color. Beginning as early as the Nara period (AD 710-794), sakura viewing, or hanami (花見), has been the longstanding Japanese tradition of viewing the cherry blossoms at their peak. This recipe brings together the smooth and creamy goodness of cream cheese with the gentle sweetness and floral hints of sakura. Even though I try to provide accurate nutritional information to the best of my ability, these figures should still be considered estimations.Much like other teas, the nutrients like flavones found in Sakura tea can help reduce the risk for heart disease. This warm and fragrant Sakura Latte is a delicious drink made of cherry blossoms in full bloom and milk.