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Matcha Ice Cream

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Matcha Ice Cream is a creamy Japanese-inspired frozen dessert made with vibrant green tea powder. It offers a perfect balance of sweetness and earthy matcha flavor for a refreshing and sophisticated treat.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and half of the sugar. Heat over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and remaining sugar until pale and smooth.
  3. Slowly whisk a small amount of the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture to temper it.
  4. Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan.
  5. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  6. Remove from the heat and sift in the matcha powder. Whisk until completely smooth.
  7. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  8. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve if needed for a smoother texture.
  9. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  10. Churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions, about 25 minutes.
  11. Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm.
  12. Scoop and serve.

Notes

  • Use culinary-grade or ceremonial-grade matcha depending on your preferred flavor intensity.
  • Add white chocolate chunks or crushed cookies for extra texture.
  • Swirl in sweet red bean paste for a traditional Japanese-inspired variation.
  • Store in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to 2 weeks.
  • Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing to reduce ice crystals.
  • Allow the ice cream to soften at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping if very firm.

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