Matcha, the finely milled green tea powder, has taken the culinary world by storm, infusing its vibrant hue and earthy flavor into countless sweet treats. From velvety parfaits and decadent cakes to creamy ice creams and delicate macarons, this versatile ingredient has become a well-loved addition to dessert menus worldwide.
Embrace the flavors of matcha with our collection of irresistible dessert recipes. Whether you’re a matcha devotee or a curious newcomer, these desserts promise to tantalize your senses and leave you craving for more. Prepare to be swept away by the perfect harmony of rich, umami notes and delightful sweetness that only matcha can deliver.
Matcha Nama Chocolate Truffles
Chocolate truffles that scream expensive, but are a budget friendly option of deliciousness. The recipe comes from Greedy Girl Gourmet and only requires three ingredients. Nama chocolate is very common in Japan, and is easy to make.
No Bake Strawberry Matcha Cake
We are all in on no-bake desserts, and this recipe from Well Fed Baker is a no-brainer for matcha lovers. The show’s star is the vegan matcha green tea cream with a mousse-like texture. That cream is then filled with fresh strawberries and sandwiched between layers of gluten-free graham crackers. A perfect summer dessert!
Matcha Cream Puffs
Imagine a light, doughy shell filled with a sweet, delicious matcha cream filling. This recipe from The Grumpy Olive features just that! Choux buns house the whipped cream made from mascarpone, matcha powder, vanilla extract, and whipping cream. Then, each cream puff is topped with a matcha chocolate shell.
Matcha Milkshake
It is a simple matcha dessert that even the kids will appreciate. To decorate, all you need is vanilla bean ice cream, coconut milk, matcha powder, sprinkles, and whipped cream. This recipe from We Are Not Martha offers a few options for making this delicious milkshake your own.
Mini Matcha Madeleines
A light, airy dessert cookie that fills your mouth with flavors, these homemade madeleines from Oh How Civilized require a bit of work, but the effort will be worth it. The matcha adds a unique flavor to this traditional sweet treat. You will also need a madeleine pan to get the original shape.
Baked Matcha Latte Donuts
A simple recipe from Baking Ginger that the Matcha Dunkin Donut inspires. This one-bowl recipe creates a light, fluffy donut that can be ready in 30 minutes or less. The cream cheese matcha glaze is perfection that everyone will love.
Matcha Pudding with White Chocolate Cream
This light dessert has a flavorful burst of matcha in every bite. The white chocolate whipped cream is the perfect pairing in this recipe from Little Sweet Baker. With just a few simple ingredients, you will be ready to enjoy this pudding in no time.
Pistachio Matcha No-Bake Cheesecake
This is a vegan matcha dessert option that requires no baking from Addicted to Dates. The recipe combines a buttery crust with a creamy filling of vegan cheese and yogurt, pistachios, matcha, and more. It is a perfect blend of flavors that takes matcha to a whole new level.
Matcha Chocolate Cookies
Soft yet crispy cookies featuring matcha will surely be a hit for kids of all ages. This recipe from Sugar Pursuit also adds an extra flavor by dipping the cookies in milk chocolate. This combination is one of what sweet dreams are made of.
Matcha Chia Pudding
Not only are they gorgeous to look at, but they are sure to taste amazing. Rae Public created this recipe with an infusion of flavors that will make your mouth happy. The vegan chia pudding is not only quick to make but healthy, too. It is shown here with a mix of oats and blueberries but can also be served with crumbled cookies and whipped cream. There are endless options for a dessert everyone will love!
Matcha Cheesecake
This is a non-vegan version of a cheesecake that has all the matcha flavors and so much more. The ceremonial grade matcha is the star of the show in this recipe from Texanerin. The shortbread cookie crust, made from scratch, of course, holds the wonderful creamy matcha cheesecake. Top with some powdered sugar and fresh fruit, and you have a dessert for any event.
Coconut Matcha Panna Cotta
A twist on a traditional panna cotta from The Honest Spoonful. The addition of coconut milk and cream and the addition of matcha will change that flavors of the traditional panna cotta to something out of this world.
Matcha Chia Pudding Fruit Bowl
Perfect as a dessert, breakfast or afternoon snack. The Forked Spoon recipe features homemade chia pudding with a selection of fruits on top. This is a highly customizable recipe to meet your taste preferences. Or heck, skip the fruit altogether and add some homemade whipped cream instead!
Vegan Matcha Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Homemade cookies from Avocado Skillet that deliver a dual flavor punch of mint and matcha. The recipe is vegan and gluten, egg and dairy free. It is a healthy cookie that does not sacrifice flavor.
Matcha Tea Crinkle Cookies
A gluten-free cookie recipe from Life Around the Table that features matcha tea. These bite–size treats balance the flavors of matcha tea and white chocolate. A coating of powdered sugar offers an additional sweet flavor. Substitutions to make the cookie a bit healthier are also featured.
Matcha Brownies
This recipe from Organically Addison offers a light, soft cake-like brownie filled with unique flavors. The matcha is paired with white chocolate and can be made in just 10 minutes. While you can use brown chocolate chips, it will change the color of the brownie – so white is recommended.
Matcha Tiramisu
This recipe is a fun play on traditional tiramisu and comes from The Grumpy Olive. For this recipe, many of the traditional ingredients are used. Lady fingers, mascarpone and eggs are all still part of the recipe. The difference really comes in to play is the addition of matcha powder to the sauce that the cake is soaked in. A light sprinkle of matcha on top gives it a unique look and a bit more matcha flavor goodness.
Matcha Warabi Mochi
This traditional Japanese dessert comes from Plates by Nat. It features a homemade matcha warabi mochi that is dusted with matcha powder. The finishing element is the homemade kuromitsu, or black sugar, drizzled over the top. The best part is, you can make this recipe in under 20 minutes.
Matcha Cheesecake Brownies
Matcha and chocolate just go together, and this recipe from The Backing Chocolatess proves it. These amazing brownies feature rich dark chocolate with a swirl of matcha cheesecake throughout. This blend gives them a great look, but an even better taste.
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Well, I can’t wait to try these matcha latte doughnuts, they look absolutely delish!
That is on my list too! I love matcha and donuts – so I cannot wait to give those a try! The cream puffs look awesome too though!