Sweet and savory matcha tea recipes

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You've no doubt heard of matcha. This finely ground powdered tea, used for centuries in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, is trending right now. With its distinct natural flavor and color, high caffeine content, and claimed health benefits, it's no wonder it's so popular. In this collection, we infuse matcha's subtle flavor into a variety of recipes, from sweet drinks and desserts to hearty soups and dry meat marinades.

Iced lemonade with matcha green tea

A refreshing blend of matcha powder and tart lemon gets an extra kick from the citrus pulp.

Recipe: Iced lemonade with matcha green tea

Creamy mushroom soup with matcha

Shiitake mushrooms and spinach enhance the natural flavor of matcha in this creamy green soup. Butter and cream balance the bitterness of the matcha, allowing it to fully develop.

Recipe: Creamy mushroom soup with matcha

Chicken stuffed under the skin with matcha butter and leek garnish

The herbaceous notes of matcha tea pair perfectly with aromatic leeks in this juicy baked chicken. The matcha flavor blossoms as it blends with the butter. Place the mixture under the chicken skin for a wonderfully crispy crust.

Recipe: Chicken stuffed under the skin with matcha butter and leek garnish

Layered buns with herbs and matcha

The herbaceous flavors of chives and tarragon enhance the floral notes of matcha tea, which is made from green leaves with an equally distinct aroma. Tarragon can be substituted with parsley, cilantro, rosemary, or thyme, but chives are essential: their flavor, along with the rich dairy, helps balance the bitterness of matcha in savory scones.

Recipe: Layered buns with herbs and matcha

Matcha Blondie Cakes

These rich, silky blondies are a vibrant green color and have a complex, pleasantly bitter matcha flavor that's reminiscent of dark chocolate.

Recipe: Matcha Blondie Cakes

Coconut Custard Pie with Matcha

Matcha tea imparts a stunning green color and pleasant floral notes to the classic cream pie filling, which is made with coconut milk and dense coconut flakes. The tropical sweetness of the cream is the perfect base for the herbal, tart flavor of the tea.

Recipe: Coconut Custard Pie with Matcha

Panna Cotta with Matcha Tea

Matcha and cream are a perfect duo: rich cream softens the bitterness of the tea and enhances its sweetness. A touch of sugar and gelatin in this recipe help combine them into a smooth cream, served with vibrant strawberries and kiwi, sprinkled with crunchy poppy seeds.

Recipe: Panna Cotta with Matcha Tea