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Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream

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Enjoy the rich and creamy flavors of Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream! This unique dessert combines the earthy taste of high-quality matcha with the smooth texture of homemade ice cream, making it the perfect indulgence for matcha lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. Easy to make and refreshing, this homemade treat will be a hit in your freezer.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp matcha powder (high-quality)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 5 large egg yolks

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, without boiling.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks until pale and thickened.
  • Slowly pour half of the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks while whisking to temper the eggs.
  • Gradually pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining warm milk mixture. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 8-10 minutes).
  • Sift matcha powder into the custard and whisk until smooth.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  • Allow the custard to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Pour the chilled custard into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut milk or almond milk, and use an egg substitute like cornstarch or flax eggs.
  • You can customize your ice cream by adding chocolate chips or swirls of sweetened condensed milk for a twist on the flavor.
  • If you don’t have an ice cream maker, freeze the custard in a shallow dish and stir every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours to break up the ice crystals.