Matcha Affogato

5 from 1 vote

This matcha affogato combines warm and earthy matcha green tea with creamy vanilla ice cream for such a simple yet decadent dessert. All you need are 2 ingredients and it can be done within 5 minutes. Plus, this version shows you how to make this classic recipe vegan by using dairy-free oat milk ice cream.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Japanese

Keyword: healthy dessert, matcha recipe, vegan affogato

Servings: serving

Calories: 149kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Ingredients

1 tsp matcha green tea powder ceremonial grade if possible
2 tbsp hot water
1-2 scoops plant-based vanilla ice cream I used oat milk vanilla ice cream

Instructions

Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl and then, add the warm water. Use a bamboo whisk to combine: follow a "W" pattern as opposed to a circular motion and keep whisking vigorously until some foam forms over the water.
Add 1-2 scoops of vanilla ice cream into a serving bowl, and then pour the matcha shot over. Garnish if desired (white chocolate, shredded coconut, dust of matcha, etc) and enjoy right away.

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Notes

Ideally, use a water temperature of around 70-80ºC to whisk the matcha powder. Avoid using boiling water as it can make the matcha taste bitter.
You can also use warm oat milk to whisk the matcha for a creamier result.
Feel free to add some maple syrup to the matcha shot if you are looking for a sweeter result.
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

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