Have you noticed that matcha is the new kale these days? Seriously. You can’t go on Pinterest or into a bakery or even a grocery store without seeing it in the form of cheesecakes, smoothies, cookies, cakes, ice cream, or some other delicacy. If you aren’t familiar with matcha, it is essentially a form of green tea on steroids—it’s nutrient-rich and packed with antioxidants. Plus, Matcha’s made from only shade-grown green tea leaves, which are then ground into a very fine powder that makes it easy to incorporate into recipes.
Want to have your green tea and eat it too? Try one of these 10 easy-to-prepare matcha recipes that will help ease you into the trend.
10 Delicious Matcha Recipes To Try Now
Matcha Overnight Oats
These overnight oats are full of good stuff—and by good stuff, I mean powerhouse ingredients, like chia seeds and berries, that give it a boost in both flavor and nutritious value.
Via Oh My Veggies
Chocolate Matcha Cups
Easy, decadent matcha dark chocolate coconut butter cups made with Vital Proteins Collagen Matcha. The perfect little bites to keep in your fridge when you need a sweet treat!
Via Ambitious Kitchen
Matcha Mint Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream
This matcha mint chocolate chunk ice cream is made with coconut milk for a creamy dairy- and gluten-free dessert. A refreshing treat for the warmer weather.
Via Running to the Kitchen
Matcha Peanut Butter Energy Balls
These easy matcha peanut butter energy Balls provide a burst of nutrients in two bites.
Via Call Me PMc
Matcha Biscotti
This recipe is the marriage of two things that always make me feel fancy: biscotti and matcha. The biscotti is made with a very basic dough, so don't be daunted by the concept of making them.
Via Wanderlust Kitchen
Matcha Truffles
These matcha truffles melt in your mouth with hints of green tea. A sweet treat with a boost of antioxidants!
Via My Whole Food Life
Matcha Green Tea Ginger Green Smoothie
This matcha ginger green smoothie is loaded with fresh orange and ginger, fresh spinach (greens!), chia seeds (or whatever other add-ins you love), and lots of coconut water (which provides lots of natural electrolytes).
Via Gimme Some Oven
Morning Matcha Milkshake
Earthy nutty matcha, vibrantly fresh mint, sweet dates, and smooth creamy coconut join forces to create a morning mint matcha milkshake worthy of breakfast or dessert. Packed with superfoods like chia, flax, and oats, you can feel good about indulging.
Via Snixy Kitchen
Matcha Mug Cake
This low-carb matcha mug cake is nut-free, uses monkfruit sweetener in place of traditional sweeteners, and is high in protein. Try it for breakfast, or or top it with some white chocolate chips and enjoy as a dessert.
Via The Everyday Maven
Matcha Cheesecake
This cool and creamy cheesecake tastes like the real deal—and maybe even better. You’ll love how the earthy green tea flavor complements the sweetly spiced graham cracker crust.
Via Baking a Moment