Matcha Mousse | MatchaJP
Light, airy, and vibrantly green—this matcha mousse is an elegant no-bake dessert with a silky finish and balanced tea flavor.
⏱️ Prep 15 min ❄️ Chill 2–3 hrs 👥 Serves 4–6 🍰 Matcha sweets
Ingredients
| Item | Metric | US approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy cream (35–40%) | 300 ml | 1 1/4 cups |
| Matcha powder (sifted) | 8–10 g | 1 tbsp |
| Granulated sugar | 50–70 g | 1/4–1/3 cup |
| Whole milk | 80 ml | 1/3 cup |
| Gelatin powder + cold water | 6 g + 30 ml | ~2 tsp + 2 tbsp |
| Vanilla extract (optional) | 3 ml | 1/2 tsp |
| Pinch of salt | ~1 g | ~1/8 tsp |
Gelatin-free option: Replace gelatin with 2–3 g agar-agar; simmer briefly to activate. Texture will be slightly firmer.
Steps
- Bloom gelatin: Sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let sit 5–10 minutes.
- Matcha base: Warm milk gently (do not boil). Whisk in sugar and sifted matcha until smooth. Stir in vanilla and salt.
- Dissolve gelatin: Add bloomed gelatin to the warm matcha milk and stir until fully dissolved. Cool to room temp.
- Whip cream: Whip cream to soft peaks.
- Combine: Fold the cooled matcha base into whipped cream in two additions until uniform and airy.
- Chill: Portion into glasses, tap lightly to level, and chill 2–3 hours until set.
- Finish: Dust with matcha or add a tiny dollop of cream before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Color & flavor: Use good culinary or latte grade matcha; avoid overheating to keep the green vibrant.
- Soft set: For spoonable, cloud-like mousse, reduce gelatin to 4–5 g.
- White chocolate twist: Melt 40 g white chocolate into the warm matcha base for a richer body.
- Layered dessert: Alternate mousse with azuki beans or sponge cubes for a parfait-style presentation.
FAQ
Can I make it ahead?
Yes—best within 24 hours for peak color and texture. Keep covered and chilled.
Why is my mousse grainy?
Likely undissolved matcha or overheated base. Sift matcha, dissolve gelatin completely, and cool the base before folding.
Can I make it vegetarian?
Use agar-agar instead of gelatin. Simmer agar in the milk for 1–2 minutes to activate before cooling.