Description
A refreshing dessert that combines the earthy flavor of matcha with the creamy richness of ice cream, great for both special occasions and simple afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat and whisk in the matcha green tea powder until smooth.
- Stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.
- Let the mixture cool for a few minutes, then add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, stirring well.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer to a container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Notes
Use high-quality matcha powder for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness to your liking, and consider variations like adding peppermint extract, using coconut cream, or swirling in melted dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg