Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream

🕒 Prep: 15 min
🔥 Cook: 30 min
🍽 Serves: 6
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Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream is a delightful fusion of creamy sweetness and earthy matcha flavor. This homemade treat is perfect for matcha lovers looking to cool down with something refreshing and unique.

Ingredients for Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream

Heavy cream is the base of this ice cream, providing a rich and creamy texture. It’s what gives the ice cream its luxurious mouthfeel. Whole milk balances the richness of the cream, ensuring the ice cream isn’t too heavy. Granulated sugar sweetens the ice cream without overpowering the matcha flavor. Matcha green tea powder is the star ingredient, providing that distinctive, slightly bitter taste and green color. Make sure to use high-quality matcha for the best flavor. Vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor profile, adding a subtle warmth that complements the matcha. Finally, a pinch of salt brings out all the flavors and balances the sweetness.

Tips & Tricks

  • Use a fine mesh sieve to sift the matcha powder before adding it to avoid clumps.
  • Chill your ice cream maker’s bowl in the freezer overnight for best results.
  • Taste your matcha before using; its potency can vary between brands.

Serving Suggestions

For a delightful twist, serve your Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream with a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture. Pair it with a slice of fresh ginger cake for a sophisticated dessert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use non-dairy milk?
Yes, you can substitute whole milk with almond or coconut milk, but it might slightly alter the texture and flavor.
How long can I store the ice cream?
Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks for optimal freshness.

Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream Recipe Walkthrough

Start by combining the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely, and you see steam rising from the mixture — but don't let it boil. This step ensures the sugar is fully incorporated, and the dairy is nicely warmed, making it easier to blend with the matcha.

Once the mixture is steaming, remove it from the heat. Now, whisk in the matcha green tea powder until it's fully dissolved. The whisking action helps prevent any clumps from forming, ensuring the matcha is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Next, stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Both ingredients work to enhance the flavors without stealing the spotlight. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature; this is crucial before chilling it in the fridge.

Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled. This chilling step is key for achieving a smooth texture in the finished ice cream.

When you’re ready to churn, pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker. Follow the manufacturer's instructions, which usually involve churning for 20-25 minutes. This is where the magic happens, transforming your liquid mixture into creamy ice cream.

Finally, transfer your ice cream to an airtight container and let it firm up in the freezer for at least 2 hours before serving. This final freeze ensures your ice cream has the perfect scoopable consistency.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • A perfect balance of sweetness and earthy matcha flavor.
  • Simple, straightforward ingredients you probably already have at home.
  • No artificial flavors or colors — just pure, vibrant green tea goodness.
  • Impressively smooth texture thanks to the heavy cream base.

Ingredients

2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Step-by-step Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Stir over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is steaming, but not boiling.
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the matcha green tea powder until fully incorporated.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, ensuring an even consistency.
4. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
5. Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes.
6. Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm before serving.

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