Matcha is known for its health benefits. It is consumed in East Asia especially in Japan on a regular basis.
Since its directly made from green tea, it still contains antioxidants required to fight off oxidative stress in the body.
There are a number of ways other than tea to include matcha in your diet.
Here is the list of 15 Tasty and Healthy Matcha Recipes.
1) Banana Matcha Smoothie
Smoothies are already fully nutrients and vitamines and when you add matcha to it, you increase it to a different level. This recipe is very easy to make.
Here are the Ingredients:
- Banana slices
- Matcha powder
- Fresh spinach
- Flaxseed
- Vanilla extract
- Unsweetened almond milk
2) Matcha ice cream
Who does not ice cream in hot summer days. Well, now you can turn your sugary treat into a healthy one.
Here are the ingredients:
- Whole milk
- Sugar
- Salt
- Matcha
- Heavy whipping cream
3) Coconut matcha energy bars
These energy bars are truly healthy and tasty. They will give you an energy boost that you require to get through the day. Antioxidants in matcha will help you stay focused and alert.
- Dates
- Almonds
- Cashews
- Hemp seeds
- Vanilla bean or pure vanilla extract
- Matcha powder
- Cacao nibs unsweetened
- Unsweetened coconut flakes
4) 5-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Matcha Coconut Butter Cups
This is a vegan-friendly recipe. Chocolate matcha coconut butter cups are easy to make and require only 5 ingredients.
Here are the ingredients:
For the chocolate
- Dark chocolate chips
- Coconut oil
For the filling
- Pure coconut butter
- Pure maple syrup
- Matcha green tea
5) Madeleines Recipe with Matcha 抹茶マドレーヌ
Match Madeleines are healthy snacks. It is a great take on traditional madeleines and a great way to add matcha to your diet.
Here are the ingredients:
- Eggs
- Sugar
- Honey
- Plain flour
- Baking powder
- Matcha powder
- Almond meal
- Melted butter
- Melted butter
- Plain flour
- Confectioners sugar to serve
6) Tropical Match Yogurt
This is a great breakfast idea. It is a simple and healthy matcha recipe to boost your mornings.
Here are the ingredients:
- Greek yogurt
- Matcha powder
- Mango
- Coconut flakes
- Honey
7) White Chocolate Matcha Tapioca Pudding Recipe
Creamy, delicious, and healthy dessert that does not require a lot of effort.
Here are the ingredients:
- Small pearl tapioca
- Heavy cream
- Whole milk
- Organic matcha green tea powder
- White chocolate
- Vanilla extract
- Sea salt
- Eggs
8) Matcha Chia Pudding
Similar to matcha tapioca pudding, this dessert is also easy to make. Chia seeds are considered a superfood and have many health benefits.
Here are the ingredients:
- Chia seeds
- Non-dairy milk or water (or a combination)
- Matcha green tea powder
- Maple syrup, or pure stevia extract
- Vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: fruit, granola, seeds, nuts
9) Matcha pancakes
These matcha pancakes are easy, simple, and healthy. Try it and you will love them.
Ingredients include:
- Bob’s Red Mill Almond Flour
- Matcha powder
- Organic cane sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Eggs
- Light coconut milk
- Vanilla extract
- Oil or butter
10) Matcha Granola With Cranberries And Chocolate/Vegan
This recipe is a perfect breakfast option. It is healthy and easy to make.
Here are the ingredients:
- Oats
- Matcha powder
- Coconut oil (melted)
- Maple syrup (or honey or agave syrup)
- Salt
- Dried cranberries
- Chocolate chips or chunks
11) No-Bake Matcha Protein Bites
These matcha protein bites are full of energy and antioxidants you require after a good workout.
Here are the ingredients:
- Almond butter
- Rolled oats
- Vanilla protein powder
- Matcha powder
- Chia seeds
- Honey
- Coconut oil
- Sea salt
12) Matcha Mini Cheesecakes
These are creamy and healthy cheesecakes. They are ready in under an hour from start to finish.
Here are the ingredients:
For Crust
- Oreo cookies
- Butter unsalted
For Cheesecake
- Cream cheese
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Matcha green tea powder
- Vanilla extract
For Strawberries
- Strawberries
- Chocolate chips white
Chocolate Ganache
- Heavy cream
- Semisweet chocolate chips
13) Matcha Green Tea Frozen Yogurt Recipe
Frozen yogurt is a great way to quench your ice cream cravings. It is a healthier option compared to regular ice cream. Adding matcha to it is taking to the next level of healthy food.
Here are the Ingredients:
- Full fat plain greek yogurt
- Pure maple syrup
- Matcha powder
- Vanilla extract
14) DIY Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte
This cold latte is very easy and quick to make. It literally takes a few minutes to make and it is a must-try matcha recipe.
Here are the ingredients:
- Milk of choice
- Matcha powder
- Vanilla syrup or honey, or sugar
- Ice
15) Matcha Green Tea Donuts 抹茶ドーナツ
If you eat donuts, you will love this recipe. It is quite a regular dessert in Japan. It is simple and easy to make
Here are the ingredients:
- Cake flour
- Sugar
- Baking powder
- Kosher/sea salt
- Matcha
- Egg
- Milk
- Unsalted butter
- Honey
