Ice cream with green tea matcha and KitKat candies

4 servings

30 minutes

Ice cream with matcha green tea and KitKat candies is an amazing blend of tradition and modernity. Matcha, known for its rich herbal and slightly bitter notes, shines particularly bright in this dessert thanks to its creamy texture. Historically used in Japanese tea ceremonies, matcha's popularity has spread worldwide, including in culinary arts. The addition of crunchy KitKat pieces adds contrast, creating harmony between the creaminess of the ice cream and the sweet, crispy structure of the chocolate treat. This ice cream is perfect for those who appreciate refined flavors and for those looking to try something new and exquisite. It can be served as a standalone dessert or paired with fresh fruits and nuts to highlight its complex, multifaceted taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 416.5
• Proteins: 4.7g
• Fats: 26g
• Carbohydrates: 40.5g

Ingredients

• Milk 3.2%: 250 ml
• Cream 30%: 200 ml
• Sugar: 90 g
• Salt: pinch
• Cornstarch: 3 tsp
• Cream cheese: 50 g
• Matcha: 24 g
• KitKat Candies: 65 g

Cooking steps

1. Dissolve starch in 50 ml of milk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cornstarch: 3 teaspoons
   • Milk 3.2%: 250 ml

2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining milk, cream, sugar, matcha, and a pinch of salt, stir, bring to almost a boil, pour in the starch milk, and cook while stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat, add cream cheese, mix until smooth, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk 3.2%: 250 ml
   • Cream 30%: 200 ml
   • Sugar: 90 g
   • Matcha: 24 g
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Cream cheese: 50 g

3. Freeze in the freezer for ice cream, adding pre-cut KitKat candies in green tea glaze during the last few minutes of freezing. Transfer the finished ice cream to a container and place it in the freezer until firm.

   Required ingredients:

   • KitKat Candies: 65 g