Matcha Ice Cream Recipe: No-Churn Green Tea Ice Cream at Home

Japanese matcha ice cream is one of the most iconic desserts in the world, and you can make a stunning version at home in Bangladesh without any special equipment. This no-churn recipe produces a rich, creamy, vibrantly green matcha ice cream using simple ingredients available across Bangladesh. All you need is a freezer and a hand mixer. This recipe uses 3A Organic Culinary Grade Matcha from Matcha.bd.

INFO:  Prep time: 10 minutes. Freezing time: 6 hours minimum. Serves: 6 to 8.

No-Churn Matcha Ice Cream

Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Matcha powder (3A grade)	3 teaspoons
Hot water (80 degrees)	3 tablespoons
Heavy whipping cream (chilled)	400ml
Condensed milk	200ml
Vanilla extract	1 teaspoon
Pinch of salt	1 pinch

 

Method

1.    Whisk matcha with hot water until completely smooth with no lumps. Allow to cool to room temperature.

2.    In a large bowl, beat the chilled heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. This takes about 3 to 4 minutes on high speed. Do not over-beat.

3.    In a separate bowl, combine the condensed milk, cooled matcha paste, vanilla, and salt. Mix well.

4.    Gently fold the whipped cream into the matcha mixture in three additions. Use a large spatula and fold carefully to preserve the air in the cream.

5.    Pour into a freezer-safe container (a standard 1-litre loaf tin or rectangular container works well).

6.    Smooth the surface, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent ice crystals, and seal with a lid.

7.    Freeze for at least 6 hours. Overnight gives the best texture.

8.    Remove from freezer 5 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Scoop and dust with matcha powder.

 

TIP:  The key to a creamy no-churn ice cream is fully whipped cream. Under-whipped cream produces an icy rather than creamy texture. Whip until the cream holds firm peaks and does not collapse.

Matcha Ice Cream Sandwich

Place a scoop of matcha ice cream between two of your homemade matcha cookies (see our matcha cookies recipe) for an impressive, all-matcha dessert combination that is perfect for special occasions.

 

How to Serve Matcha Ice Cream

*      Classic: in a bowl or cone, dusted with matcha powder

*      With red bean paste (anko): a traditional Japanese pairing that is available in some speciality stores in Dhaka

*      With mochi: small Japanese rice cakes that pair beautifully with matcha ice cream

*      As a float: place one scoop in a glass and pour cold milk over for a matcha ice cream float

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

Why is my matcha ice cream icy instead of creamy?

The most common cause is under-whipped cream. Make sure the cream reaches firm stiff peaks before folding with the other ingredients. Also ensure the mixture is completely smooth before freezing, with no unincorporated streaks.

How long does homemade matcha ice cream last in the freezer?

Up to 2 weeks when stored with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface. After 2 weeks, ice crystals begin to form and the texture becomes grainier.

Can I use fresh cream from local markets for this recipe?

Yes, if it is a heavy cream with at least 35% fat content. Light cream or regular liquid milk will not whip to stiff peaks and is not suitable for this recipe.

 

Order Matcha with Cash on Delivery

All ingredients are available from Matcha.bd with Cash on Delivery across Bangladesh. For baking recipes, order our 3A Organic Grade Matcha (Tk 399). For drinking recipes, our 5A Premium Grade (Tk 699) gives the smoothest result.

 

New to matcha? The 4 in 1 Starter Combo with 5A (Tk 1,750) includes the powder, whisk, spoon, and storage jar in one box.

 

See more recipes on our Matcha Recipes page. For the health benefits behind every recipe, visit our Matcha Health Benefits page.