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Easy Matcha Simple Syrup (Green Tea Syrup)
5 from 15 votes

Easy Matcha Simple Syrup (Green Tea Syrup)

This easy matcha simple syrup blends granulated sugar, matcha powder, and water into a vibrant green syrup used as a sweetener and flavoring. The syrup's texture is liquid and slightly thickened by simmering gently. It provides a subtle green tea flavor and can sweeten drinks, desserts, or other recipes that benefit from the earthy matcha taste. Prepared with just three ingredients, the method involves whisking powders then simmering until dissolved, then cooling and refrigerating for use.

Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
5 mins
Calories: 238 kcal
Course: Dessert, Appetizer, Drinks
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese

Ingredients

  • ¼ Cup granulated sugar Substitute: other sweeteners such as brown sugar, honey, maple syrup etc, white
  • 1 tablespoon matcha powder
  • ¼ Cup water

Instructions

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  1. Add the sugar and matcha powder to the pot. Whisk to make sure the 2 powders are well-mixed.
  2. Add the water, and switch on the heat. Simmer for 5-10 minutes or till at the desired consistency, whisking every now and then to make sure the sugar doesn't burn at the bottom of the pot.
  3. Once all the sugar and matcha are dissolved, and you're happy with the texture, switch off the fire and allow to coo. (Note: simple syrup has a watery consistency. For something thicker, double the sugar to make matcha rich syrup.)
  4. Once cooled, store in an air-tight container in the fridge. Ideally, use within 3 days or the taste will start to change.

Notes

  • Use granulated sugar to maintain the bright green color of the matcha syrup; brown sugar will darken it.
  • Store the syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator and use within three days for best taste.
  • Simmer gently while whisking to prevent burning, ensuring a smooth syrup consistency.

Nutrition Information

Calories 238kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 0.2g (0%) Sodium 3mg (0%) Potassium 1mg (0%) Sugar 50g (100%) Vitamin A 750IU (15%) Calcium 2mg (0%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 238

% Daily Value*

Calories 238kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 0.2g 0%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Potassium 1mg 0%
Sugar 50g 100%
Vitamin A 750IU 15%
Calcium 2mg 0%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.