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    21 Best Matcha Dessert Recipes

    Published: Dec 1, 2020 Modified: Jun 17, 2022 by Candice

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    In my mind, you can never match the deliciousness of a green tea matcha dessert. I've always been obsessed with matcha, and am excited to share with you these 21 delicious matcha desserts that I've created and enjoyed over the years.

    This matcha recipe roundup includes my favorite brands of culinary-grade matcha powder for baking, and how to make a wide variety of desserts from matcha chip cookies to matcha crème brûlée.

    If you're looking for matcha drinks, check out the top 11 best matcha drinks here!

    Plus, I'm answering all your baking with matcha questions so you can even make your own matcha dessert creations! If I missed one, pop it in the comments below.

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS hide
    1 The matcha brands I buy for baking
    2 21 of the Best Matcha Desserts
    3 Baking with Matcha FAQs
    4 Want more matcha recipes and ideas?

    The matcha brands I buy for baking

    When choosing matcha, you should choose matcha that best fits the purpose of what you are doing. This means using ceremonial grade matcha for traditional matcha, and culinary grade or latte grade for matcha lattes, drinks, and baking matcha desserts.

    Read more about the matcha I choose for drinks and check out the top 11 best matcha drinks here.

    For baking and cooking, I buy these matcha brands:

    • Encha Culinary Grade Pure Organic Matcha
    • Mizuba Culinary Organic Matcha
    • MatchaLove Culinary Matcha

    21 of the Best Matcha Desserts

    After my trip to Japan with my husband, I fell more deeply in love with green tea and matcha desserts. Ever since I have had fun finding ways to incorporate it into my dessert recipes. Now, you get to make them all at home!

    1. Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream

    Matcha flavor marries beautifully with dairy elements like milk and cream, and when combined with vanilla it has the perfect smooth sweet taste. This matcha ice cream is subtle but so tasty. 

    Making ice cream at home may seem intimidating, but with the right tools and a little know-how it’s a great way to experiment with different flavors and create something you really enjoy.

    1.

    Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream
    After some seriously delicious recipe testing, I am excited to offer you my fantastically wonderful matcha ice cream. This is the good stuff…full of matcha flavor, without all the extra sugar to distract you.
    Check out this recipe

    2. Matcha Peanut Butter Cups

    If you’re looking to make some easy homemade candy with a fun twist, this recipe is ideal for you. They’re easy to make in a big batch, and you don’t need to use any difficult techniques.

    As for flavor, most people don't think of peanut butter as an accompaniment to matcha, and it’s a shame because they absolutely do work. The flavors are salty and sweet in perfect measure, and they’ll quickly become a favorite!

    2.

    Matcha Peanut Butter Cups
    I was unsure if matcha and peanut butter were supposed to be soulmates, and I set off to make these matcha peanut butter cups anyways. Lucky for all of us, they are a match made in heaven! Easy to make, and magically delicious.
    Check out this recipe

    3. Matcha Affogato

    Traditional matcha with a dollop of sweet, creamy ice cream added in. It’s a delicious drink, and when the melted ice cream combines with the matcha, it makes the drink even more frothy and fun to drink.

    Matcha pairs well with many different ice cream flavors, my favorites are vanilla date ice cream, hojicha gelato, or you can double up the matcha goodness with some matcha ice cream! Just as coffee and ice cream go well in a traditional affogato, matcha also complements creamy additions like ice cream, gelato or whipped cream.

    3.

    Matcha Affogato
    Warm, bright green traditional matcha ever so slightly melts the cold ice cream with this matcha affogato afternoon pick-me-up. Get ready for a matcha float that's less than 10 minutes away from your enjoyment!
    Check out this recipe
    Green ice cream float.

    4. Dairy-Free Matcha Pudding

    This is a simple, smooth and decadent matcha pudding. It’s kid-friendly, and great to serve for every occasion from dinner parties to weeknight desserts! It’s dairy-free, but still has that rich creaminess to it. 

    This matcha pudding tastes amazing and yet is really simple to make. The non-dairy substitute I use is coconut milk, which is my favorite to pair with matcha as the flavors pair wonderfully. The dessert is creamy and sweet, with a hint of a caffeine kick from the matcha. It’s a great no-fuss dessert!

    4.

    Matcha Pudding
    A dairy free matcha pudding sure to satisfy that matcha craving, pudding craving, sweets craving, and officially my favorite way to get in a caffeine fix. 
    Check out this recipe
    Scooping green pudding on a spoon.

    5. Matcha Chip Cookies

    I've been dying to try homemade matcha chip cookies and I just couldn't find a recipe that had exactly what I wanted. So, I created a recipe that's easy to incorporate homemade matcha chocolate chips or chunks. These cookies are perfectly chewy with bites of sweet matcha chocolate dotted throughout.

    5.

    Matcha Chip Cookies
    With chewy middles and crispy edges, these matcha chip cookies are bursting with homemade matcha chocolate chips and have everything you could possibly ask for.
    Check out this recipe
    Stack of chocolate chip cookies.

    6. Matcha Fudge

    This very easy 3 ingredient matcha fudge with a dark chocolate swirl on top is a crowd-pleaser every time I make it. The trick is to use sweetened condensed milk or coconut milk as a quick way to get that dense, chewy texture fudge is known for.

    6.

    Matcha Fudge
    This sweet, chewy 3-ingredient matcha fudge is the perfect no-bake treat for any level baker. Plus an option of a fancy dark chocolate swirl!
    Check out this recipe
    Green fudge square with bite taken out.

    7. Matcha Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches

     If you’re really into matcha, this is the best dessert for you! It’s double the matcha with a crunchy matcha macaron sandwiched between creamy matcha ice cream.

    Aside from looking really impressive, this dessert is an elegant twist on an ice cream sandwich, and it’s easy to make at home. It’s a fun dessert that’s not too sweet, and the combination of crunchy and creamy is a surefire winner.

    7.

    Matcha Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches
    No need to buy fancy boxes from the store – you can easily bake these matcha macarons and create matcha macaron ice cream sandwiches at home!
    Check out this recipe

    8. Matcha Crème Brûlée

    This is a 5-ingredient, easy dessert with an amazing twist. Combining matcha green tea with creamy custard and a hard sugar topping, might be one of the best matcha dessert combinations yet!

    Matcha blends really well into creamy desserts, like this creme brûlée. It also complements a classic creme brûlée flavor, which is vanilla. This pairing is a match made in heaven! Plus, it’s always great fun to crack the hard sugar topping!

    8.

    Matcha Crème Brûlée
    Velvety custard and green tea were meant to be together. This matcha creme brulee uses 5 simple ingredients and is the best prep-ahead dessert.
    Check out this recipe

    9. Matcha Panna Cotta

    A simple Italian panna cotta is one of life's greatest pleasures. Sift in some matcha powder to create a creamy matcha panna cotta that just melts in your mouth!

    9.

    Matcha Panna Cotta
    This vegan and kosher version of the classic Italian custard dish mixes in matcha powder to create a decadent and creamy Matcha Panna Cotta!
    Check out this recipe
    Green panna cotta topped with raspberries.

    10. Matcha Dipped Candied Oranges

    I love desserts with beautiful colors and these win the prize for that! Not only do these dipped candied oranges look gorgeous, but the taste is amazing. Blood oranges are a very popular sweet citrus fruit with tinges of raspberry flavor.

    Because of the sweetness and tartness, I love pairing citrus flavors with more bitter flavors like matcha, and dark chocolate is also a natural go-to. For a bite-size treat that packs a flavor punch, this recipe is the way to go.

    10.

    Matcha Dipped Candied Oranges
    These matcha dipped candied oranges are such a treat! Not only do these dipped candied oranges look gorgeous, but they taste wonderful.
    Check out this recipe
    Orange slices dipped in chocolate and green chocolate.

    11. Strawberry Matcha Semifreddo

    Semifreddo is a rich and smooth alternative to ice cream, which is surprisingly easy to make at home with your favorite ingredients. The tart sweetness of strawberries pairs so well with the earthy flavor of matcha and makes this Semifreddo an all-time favorite.

    11.

    Strawberry Matcha Semifreddo
    This smooth and decadent Strawberry Matcha Semifreddo mixes just 6 ingredients for a creamy cold dessert made without an ice cream maker: fresh strawberries, matcha powder, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Perfect for a hot summer day!
    Check out this recipe

    12. Matcha Mascarpone Cream Puffs

    Delicate choux pastry, a light matcha cream filling and topped with a delicious white chocolate matcha glaze. This might be the most perfect light and fluffy dessert pastry. 

    These cream puffs are amazing for pastry fans out there who enjoy treats like eclairs, profiteroles and other French delights. These delicate choux pastry puffs have double the matcha hit with a match cream filling and a white chocolate matcha glaze slathered on top.

    12.

    Matcha Mascarpone Cream Puffs
    Matcha mascarpone cream puffs with step by step instructions from the choux pastry to the matcha cream filling so you can make them perfectly at home.
    Check out this recipe

    13. Matcha Shortbread Cookies Dipped in Dark Chocolate

    Shortbread is a very simple cookie made with butter, flour, and sugar, which makes it a great base when you're experimenting and creating new flavor combinations. I incorporated matcha into this shortbread recipe and the flavor comes through beautifully. With a dip of dark chocolate, it's a heavenly treat.

    13.

    Matcha Shortbread Cookies Dipped in Dark Chocolate
    Combining matcha, shortbread, and rich dark chocolate is a match made in heaven. These cookies look gorgeous and taste even better. Perfect for holiday gifting!
    Check out this recipe
    Green cookies dipped in chocolate.

    14. Matcha & Chocolate French Silk Pie

    This might be the most beautiful desert I have ever created. My husband absolutely loves French silk pie and I wanted to figure out how to incorporate matcha into this classic dessert. I made a layered version and it always looks absolutely stunning on the table.

    Plus, I show you how to cook the eggs so you don't have to worry about consuming raw eggs.

    14.

    Matcha & Chocolate French Silk Pie
    A creamy, indulgent, match made in heaven - this pie takes a smooth-as-silk layers of dark chocolate & matcha mousse, and whipped cream.
    Check out this recipe

    15. Matcha Banana Nice Cream

    If you're a little intimidated to try making ice cream at home, making a nice cream is way easier and yields a pretty similar result. This matcha banana nice cream is so creamy and flavorful, without the dairy and heaps of sugar in ice cream.

    15.

    Matcha Banana Nice Cream
    If you want to indulge in a treat, this Matcha Banana Nice Cream is a cold, creamy option that tastes like ice cream but is twice as nice!
    Check out this recipe
    Four scoops of green nice cream.

    16. Light Matcha Mousse

    I'm in love with the light and creamy texture of mousse as dessert, and it goes so well with green tea powder sifted in. This is a light-as-air dessert that you can whip up with just four ingredients.

    16.

    Matcha Mousse
    You are only 4-ingredients and 30 minutes away from this light and fluffy matcha mousse. Plus, one simple step to turn this into ice cream!
    Check out this recipe

    17. Matcha Toffee

    Plain toffee is a wonderful treat, but imagine your favorite toffee with a thick layer of matcha-infused white chocolate on top! It looks beautiful and you can get creative with the decorations. For example, I was inspired to add some dark chocolate balls and gold foil to this recipe.

    Plus toffee is way easier to make it home than you might think with only a few simple steps.

    17.

    Matcha Toffee
    This decadent sweet, crunchy, buttery toffee layered with white chocolate matcha, and makes the perfect treat you can keep in the fridge.
    Check out this recipe
    Decorated green toffee.

    18. Coconut Macaroons with Matcha Drizzle

    Biting into a coconut macaroon is an experience like no other. They are perfectly chewy and light, and the subtle coconut flavor is a delicious flavor partner for matcha. With this recipe, you have the option to do a dark chocolate drizzle or a matcha white chocolate drizzle, and they are both phenomenal.

    18.

    Coconut Macaroons
    A tasty dessert and Passover classic, these coconut macaroons have a perfectly soft and chewy texture and a delightfully sweet flavor, plus a drizzle of matcha chocolate!
    Check out this recipe
    Cookies drizzled with chocolate stacked in a dish.

    19. Lavender Shortbread Cookies Dipped in Matcha

    I've always loved London Fog flavor and Earl Grey because the lavender is so sweet and calming. When lavender is matched with matcha powder, it tastes so relaxing. They are meant to be together!

    Incorporating dried lavender into your shortbread dough is really easy. It works fantastically to dip the cookies in a rich matcha white chocolate.

    19.

    Lavender Shortbread Cookies Dipped in Matcha
    Mix lavender into shortbread cookie dough, dip them in matcha chocolate, and you get an incredible flavor blend with this sweet shortbread!
    Check out this recipe
    Green dipped shortbread cookies.

    20. Matcha Chia Pudding

    Chia pudding is a great snack or breakfast choice, and this version has a delicious matcha green tea twist! This version is dairy-free as the base of the pudding is coconut milk. 

    Chia seed pudding is popular as it’s a great source of fiber and protein, and really easy to customize with the flavors you like. When you combine green tea with the goodness of chia pudding, it’s perfection!

    20.

    Matcha Chia Pudding
    Keep this matcha chia pudding in your fridge and any time you crave something sweet, have a few spoons - it is PACKED with protein and is the perfect afternoon pick me up!
    Check out this recipe

    21. Dark Chocolate Gelt & Matcha Cookies

    The bitter-sweet taste of dark chocolate and light matcha work like magic for these sandwich cookies. They are perfect as a sweet treat with tea or coffee, or an after-dinner dessert.

    The snap of the chocolate juxtaposes with the soft matcha mouse, so the texture and flavors all work for the perfect bite. These cookies are deceptively simple yet have amazing rich flavor - they’re 100% worth trying!

    21.

    Homemade Dark Chocolate Gelt (with optional filling!)
    The taste of dark chocolate and light matcha work like magic for these chocolate gelt sandwich cookies. They are perfect as a sweet treat with tea or coffee, or an after-dinner dessert.
    Check out this recipe
    Stack of gelt and green filling.

    Baking with Matcha FAQs

    What flavors pair well with matcha?

    Dark, milk, and white chocolate, milk or cream, hojicha tea, peanut and other nut butters, citrus, florals like rose or lavendar, mint, and more.

    What kind do you use when baking?

    Always use culinary grade matcha when baking. Since you are mixing the matcha with ingredients other than water, culinary-grade matcha is all you need. Save the ceremonial grade matcha for traditional matcha.

    How do I make sure it is incorporated all the way through?

    My go-to method is to sift the matcha into your ingredients when baking to avoid clumps. You can blend, froth, or whisk it into your liquids.

    What is the best brand of matcha?

    The brand is less important than making sure you are using pure matcha. There is a lot of matcha on the market that has fillers like flour, cornstarch, or other teas. Even though you are using culinary grade matcha instead of a ceremonial grade, it should be a good quality culinary grade matcha. There are many great options out there. One brand I buy is this culinary grade matcha.

    Does matcha dissolve in liquid?

    Matcha is finely ground tea leaves so does not dissolve in liquid. Since it is not soluble, instead of aiming to dissolve the matcha powder, you are looking to disperse the matcha into the rest of the dessert. If mixing it into a liquid, you are suspending the leaves throughout the liquid.

    How much matcha do I add when baking?

    Use about 1 teaspoon of matcha per serving, or per cup.

    Want more matcha recipes and ideas?

    I have a whole page of matcha recipes for you to try out in your next baking session.

    • Dalgona Matcha Latte
    • Matcha Mint Julep - A Green Tea Cocktail
    • Matcha Lemonade
    • Matcha Latte Ice Cubes

    This post was originally published in September of 2019 with 18 recipes. It was republished with descriptions of each recipe and detailed FAQs in December of 2020. It was again republished with new recipe items and descriptions in June of 2022.

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    1. Salima Benkhalti

      November 29, 2022 at 9:27 am

      I'm obsessed with that matcha ice cream! Can't wait to try more of these recipes.

      Reply
      • Candice

        November 29, 2022 at 12:46 pm

        Can't wait to hear what you think!

        Reply
    2. James Wilson

      May 31, 2020 at 5:45 am

      Personally I don’t love regular green tea, but I have to buy the matchapowder. Where do I get it? Does trader joe’s or whole foods have it, or do I need to go to a Shoprite or something?

      Reply
      • Candice

        June 05, 2020 at 12:13 pm

        Trader Joes does sometimes carry it. I am not sure if they have it right now. Here is a good culinary grade matchan, and here is the culinary grade matcha I use in desserts and lattes. You get free shipping on the second link if you use the code PPMatcha.

        Reply
    3. Meg

      October 29, 2019 at 12:31 pm

      I see myself revisiting this page.. over and over again! I can't get enough matcha & all of these recipes are so great! My favorite so far is the green tea souffle!

      Reply
      • Candice

        October 29, 2019 at 2:09 pm

        Oh yay! That makes me so happy... The souffle is a special one, and I find myself coming back here to absorb all the matcha goodness myself, too!

        Reply
    4. Pam Greer

      October 06, 2019 at 12:00 pm

      Oh my goodness, I want to try them all! I don't even know where to start! I think the matcha ice cream!

      Reply
      • Candice

        October 08, 2019 at 9:32 am

        That's an awesome place to start... something I always keep stocked in my freezer. Can't wait to hear what you think, Pam!

        Reply
    5. Kushigalu

      October 06, 2019 at 11:31 am

      Wow! What a great collection of recipes to tey. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Candice

        October 10, 2019 at 8:54 am

        I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed it... can't wait to hear what you try first!

        Reply
    6. Eden | Sweet Tea and Thyme

      October 06, 2019 at 11:12 am

      Those matcha ream puffs are calling my name! They are so delightful!

      Reply
      • Candice

        October 08, 2019 at 9:31 am

        Thanks, Eden! Hope you give them a try!

        Reply
    7. Emmeline

      October 06, 2019 at 9:44 am

      I've had a hard time getting into matcha - it's one of those things I really really want to like but I'm not quite there. So this is perfect for me! Will definitely find something I love here!

      Reply
      • Candice

        October 08, 2019 at 9:30 am

        That makes me so happy to hear, Emmeline! Let me know which one you plan to give a try. I'm excited to hear what you think!

        Reply
    8. Edyta

      October 06, 2019 at 8:45 am

      This is amazing! I just bought matcha and was looking for some inspirations to use it. Thank you for this compilation. It's very helpful.

      Reply
      • Candice

        October 06, 2019 at 8:58 am

        So glad to hear it is helpful, Edyta! Can't wait to see what you create!

        Reply

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