This matcha ice cream is rich, creamy, and refreshing. It has the distinct earthy taste of matcha green tea and finishes with a sweet, creamy white chocolate flavor. This heavenly homemade ice cream is only 5 ingredients and is super easy to make!

This is a sponsored post. I had the wonderful opportunity to work with Matcha.com to bring you this recipe. Though monetary compensation was received, all opinions are my own. Two bowls of matcha ice cream with white chocolate.

What is matcha?

Matcha is finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves from Japan. It has a beautiful green color, sweet grassy aroma, and a rich umami taste. It’s also higher in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants than steeped green tea because you are consuming the whole tea leaf.

What I love about matcha is that not only does it taste good, it also makes you feel good, and it’s loaded with health benefits. Matcha has a smooth and fresh grassy flavor with a sweet and nutty undertone. It’s rich in L-theanine, a rare amino acid that promotes a state of relaxation and well-being within your mind. L-theanine creates alpha waves, which lead to a state of relaxed mental alertness. When you consume matcha, you are getting unparalleled amounts of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants compared to any other drinks or foods.

Matcha.com is the official supplier of super-premium grades of Japanese matcha. The team at Matcha.com is not only dedicated to the quality of its product, but also to providing the accessibility of this superfood to everyone, sharing matcha culture, and giving back to the community. To find out more about the company and its products, please visit Matcha.com and use code LSBAKER for 20% off your first purchase.

Matcha Kari products with a cup of matcha latte.

I’ve tried many different brands of matcha over the years, and I can honestly say that Matcha.com is by far superior. In trying both the Organic Chef’s Choice for this ice cream recipe and the Tenchi Organic for drinking, I found that the color is more vibrant and the taste is naturally sweeter and aromatic compared to the others I’ve tried. 

Why this recipe is so great:

  • Easy & no-churn – There is no ice cream maker required for this recipe. All you need is an electric mixer to make this luxurious and better than store-bought matcha green tea ice cream.
  • Only 5 ingredients – There are no eggs, preservatives, or artificial colors in this matcha ice cream recipe. The only ingredients are whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, matcha, vanilla, and white chocolate.
  • THE best homemade ice cream – Not only is it better than any store-bought ice cream, but it is the best ice cream you’ll ever make. It’s easy to make and tastes amazing! The texture is velvety smooth and creamy. The taste is fresh and earthy, with the sweetness from the condensed milk and white chocolate enhancing the natural matcha flavor.

No-churn matcha ice cream in a loaf pan with one scoop rolled out.

Ingredients you’ll need:

  • Whipping cream
  • Sweetened condensed milk
  • Vanilla extract
  • Culinary grade matcha powder
  • Good-quality white chocolate

How to make matcha ice cream:

(the ingredient amounts are listed in the printable recipe card further below) A picture collage of how to make no-churn matcha ice cream.

  1. In a large mixing bowl, pour in the whipping cream and vanilla. Sift in the matcha green tea powder and beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  2. Slowly add in the sweetened condensed milk and beat again until stiff peaks.
  3. Gently fold in the finely chopped white chocolate.
  4. Pour the ice cream mixture into a 9×13″ loaf pan or similar size container with a lid. Cover and freeze for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.

A bowl of matcha ice cream with a wooden spoon.

FAQ:

How to store homemade ice cream:

Homemade ice cream can be stored in the freezer, tightly covered for up to 2 weeks.

Does matcha ice cream have caffeine?

Yes, but not a lot. It’s approximately about 25mg per 1/2 cup serving of ice cream. (source: Sweets Reporter)

What goes well with matcha ice cream?

You can serve matcha ice cream with some fresh fruit, pound cake, or chiffon cake. It also goes well with a sprinkle of black sesame, toasted coconut, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.

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Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream

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  • Author: Lily Ernst
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: dessert
  • Method: no-bake
  • Cuisine: American, Japanese

Description

This matcha ice cream is rich, creamy, and refreshing. It has the distinct earthy taste of matcha green tea and finishes with a sweet, creamy white chocolate flavor.


Ingredients

  • 1 pint (473ml) whipping cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp culinary grade matcha powder
  • 1 can (300ml) sweetened condensed milk
  • 2/3 cup (100g) good-quality white chocolate

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, pour in the whipping cream and vanilla. Sift in the matcha green tea powder and beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  2. Slowly add in the sweetened condensed milk and beat again until stiff peaks. Gently fold in the white chocolate.
  3. Pour the ice cream mixture into a 9×13″ loaf pan or similar size container with a lid. Cover and freeze for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.

Notes

The ice cream can be stored in the freezer tightly covered for up to 2 weeks