Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream
Matcha green tea ice cream is made by whisking high-quality matcha powder into a cream-based custard before churning. The matcha gives it a grassy, slightly bitter flavor that balances the richness of the cream. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare the base, plus several hours of freezing time.
Equipment
- Ice Cream Maker
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups
- Fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream preferably organic cream for richness
- 2 cups whole milk full-fat for best texture
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons matcha powder culinary-grade for strong flavor
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure extract for depth
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and matcha powder until no lumps remain for a smoother mixture.
- In a saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium flame until it begins to steam but does not boil.
- Slowly whisk the matcha-sugar mixture into the warm milk until fully dissolved. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a clean bowl to ensure a lump-free ice cream base.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 20 minutes.
- Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Notes
Tammy’s Tips
- For a lighter version, you can substitute whole milk with half-and-half.
- To intensify the matcha flavor, slightly increase the amount of matcha powder used, but taste as you go.
Nutrition
Calories: 445kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 9gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 63mgPotassium: 242mgSugar: 45gVitamin A: 1447IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 190mgIron: 1mg
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