Matcha Hot Chocolate
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2 Servings
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
International
Matcha Hot Chocolate
Description
Matcha Hot Chocolate combines white chocolate and milk heated together until smooth, creating a sweet, creamy base. Separately, matcha green tea powder is sifted and whisked into hot (not boiling) water to dissolve any lumps, preserving its delicate flavor and vibrant green color. Mixing the matcha into the white chocolate milk blends the smooth sweetness with the vegetal, slightly grassy notes of the tea. The addition of vanilla extract introduces a mellow warming aroma that complements both main ingredients. This drink is rich but balanced and designed to be served immediately for the best texture and temperature.
The texture is silky with the creamy body of the white chocolate and milk combined with the bright slight bitterness of matcha, creating a nuanced flavor contrast. Topping with whipped cream or marshmallows offers extra richness, enhancing the softness and sweetness of the drink. The instructions emphasize careful heating to avoid scorching and dissolving matcha completely to prevent bitterness and clumps.
For variation, swapping matcha with hojicha powder changes the flavor profile to a roasted, nutty note. Maple syrup and a pinch of salt can be added for additional flavor complexity and sweetness adjustment if desired.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk 470 milliliters
- 3 ounces white chocolate finely chopped, 85 grams
- 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder, 4 grams
- 1/3 cup water not boiling, 80 milliliters, hot
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped Cream for garnish, or marshmallows
- matcha for sprinkling, optionally mixed with a little vanilla or powdered sugar for sweetness, additional
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, place milk over medium-low heat. Once steaming but not yet at a boil, remove from heat and add the white chocolate. Whisk until smooth.
- Sift the matcha into a small bowl, pour in the hot water. Whisk until smooth and completely dissolved with no lumps. Whisk into the white hot chocolate, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Serve immediately with whipped cream or marshmallows. If desired, sprinkle with a little more matcha.
Notes
- Use hot but not boiling water to dissolve matcha powder to preserve its vibrant color and delicate flavor.
- Serve the hot chocolate immediately to enjoy its smooth texture and balanced temperatures.
- For a variation, substitute matcha with hojicha powder and optionally add maple syrup and a pinch of salt for flavor depth.
- Top with whipped cream or marshmallows for extra creaminess and sweetness.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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