3-ingredient Matcha Nama Chocolate
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3-ingredient Matcha Nama Chocolate
Description
This Matcha Nama Chocolate recipe blends ⅓ cup heavy cream with 6 ounces of fine white chocolate melted gently over low heat to create a smooth ganache base. One tablespoon of matcha powder is stirred in while warm to evenly incorporate the tea flavor and color. The mixture is poured into a lined baking tin, chilled until firm, then cut into small pieces.
To finish, the remaining matcha powder is sifted over the cut chocolates, providing a visually striking herbal contrast to the creamy sweetness. The heavy cream contributes a luscious, melt-in-the-mouth texture, while the white chocolate offers smoothness with sweetness that complements the subtle bitterness of matcha.
These chocolates are best kept refrigerated to prevent melting and should be consumed within a few days. Their elegant flavor and appearance make them suitable as a refined treat or gift.
Careful temperature control when melting the chocolate and using dry utensils prevent graininess. A sharp knife warmed before cutting helps create clean slices without cracking.
Ingredients
- ⅓ Cup heavy whipping cream Preferably Hokkaido cream from Japanese markets. If not a 36-38% fat cream
- 6 oz white chocolate Valrhona or Barry Callebaut is good (I sometimes also make these green tea truffles with (natural) pink Ruby chocolate, which has a slightly fruity flavor. (Do not use white chocolate chips, milk or dark chocolate.) If you want to use a chocolate bar, you will need to cut it into smaller pieces so that it melts more evenly. (Use a good quality chocolate bar like Lindt. NEVER Cadbury. The chocolate you use must contain cocoa butter, not vegetable oil!, couverture
- 1½ Tablespoons matcha powder 1 Tablespoon for whisking into the chocolate, ½ for sifting over the chocolate. Culinary grade will work but make sure it's still bright green. (See photo in post.)
Instructions
- Line your baking tin with parchment paper.
- Pour your ⅓ cup heavy (whipping) cream into a DRY small saucepan. (Moisture will make the chocolate sieze, and turn it grainy.)
- Over medium heat, bring it ALMOST to a boil over medium heat- you will see small bubbles around the edges of the pan. Remove from the heat.
- Immediately add the 6oz of chocolate and stir with a DRY heat-proof spatula. Keep stirring till all the chocolate has melted into the cream and the mixture becomes smooth. (There should be no more lumps.)
- Stir in the Tablespoon of matcha powder.Pour into the baking tin lined with parchment paper.
- Tap the tin against the counter to get rid of air bubbles. Cover and chill for 3-4 hours, till solid.
- Lift the parchment paper/ chocolate out of the tin. Run a sharp knife through hot water then carefully wipe it dry. (This helps it cut the chocolate more easily.)
- Cut the chocolate into your desired sizes, then sift the remaining matcha powder over the chocolate. Enjoy!
Notes
- Keep the chocolates refrigerated to prevent melting; serve shortly after removing from the fridge for best texture.
- Use high-quality white chocolate containing cocoa butter, not vegetable oil, for best melting and flavor.
- Use dry utensils and a dry saucepan to avoid chocolate seizing or becoming grainy during melting.
- Run a sharp knife through hot water and dry it before cutting to make clean, smooth slices.
- Consume within 2–3 days for optimal freshness as the chocolates soften quickly at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1254 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1254kcal | 63% |
| Carbohydrates | 103g | 34% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 83g | 128% |
| Saturated Fat | 51g | 255% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Cholesterol | 125mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 175mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 562mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 103g | 206% |
| Vitamin A | 2342IU | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 391mg | 39% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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