Matcha Parfait Recipe

Matcha parfait is a delicious and refreshing Japanese dessert that is made with layers of green tea-flavored ice cream or pudding, sweet red bean paste, mochi, whipped cream, and other toppings such as fresh fruit or matcha powder.

It is a perfect treat for those who love the unique flavor and health benefits of matcha, a powdered green tea that is rich in antioxidants and has a calming effect.

source: OSADA TEA JAPAN

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of vanilla ice cream or pudding
• 1 cup of sweetened red bean paste
• 1 cup of mochi, cut into small pieces
• 1 cup of whipped cream
• 1 tablespoon of matcha powder
• Fresh fruit, such as strawberries or kiwi, for topping

Instructions:

1. Take a large bowl and mix the vanilla ice cream or pudding with the matcha powder until it is well combined. If you prefer a stronger matcha flavor, add more matcha powder.
2. Take a tall glass or parfait dish and start assembling the layers. Begin with a layer of the matcha ice cream or pudding, followed by a layer of sweet red bean paste, and then a layer of mochi.
3. Repeat the layering process until the glass is almost full, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
4. Sprinkle some matcha powder on the whipped cream and top with fresh fruit.
5. Serve the matcha parfait immediately or refrigerate it for later.

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