There's something nearly magical going on with matcha. Earthy, vibrant, antioxidant-rich, this green powdery tea has achieved massively greater name recognition than the centuries-old art of the Japanese tea ceremony. In a creamy latte or cookie chew, matcha contributes its smooth, wake-me-up kick, and you'll be an unconditional convert.
But why drinks only because this emerald green delight can also transform your breakfast entrees, desserts, and snack foods?
Below are 15 new and delicious matcha recipes far beyond the fundamentals. From old standards such as lattes to surprising sweets like cheesecakes and popcorn, there are matcha recipes here easy enough to concoct at home—and delicious enough to make again and again.
The secret to making these matcha recipes truly shine is starting with the right matcha — here’s where you can buy matcha we love using.
Easy Matcha Drinks
Begin small. Matcha drinks are easy to-make and the best platform for exploring taste profiles. Beginners and experienced matcha consumers will be overjoyed to taste these easy recipes.
1. Matcha Latte (Hot & Iced)
Creamy, comfort, and go - just minutes. Warm or cool, this classic matcha recipe combines ceremonial grade matcha and foamed milk with just a little sweetener to taste like your local coffeehouse at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 2 tsp hot water
- 1 cup dairy or nondairy milk
- Sweetener to taste
How to Make:
Whisk matcha with light and foamy hot water. Warm or chill your milk and finish over matcha. Whisk and taste and sweeten.
2. Matcha Smoothie (Energy Boosting)
Start your day with an electrifying smoothie. Combine matcha green tea, banana, spinach, almond milk, and protein shake to develop an electrifying green smoothie to take you through the day.
Ingredients:
- 1 banana
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- Ice
How to Make:
Combine all ingredients and mix until smooth. Enjoy as an instantaneous green energy lift.
3. Matcha Lemonade
With its surprising kick of terroir, this summer classic reinterpretation is an offer you cannot refuse to give your senses a refresh. Blend matcha with fresh lemon juice, honey, and ice and you've an anything-but-boring sunny-day drink.
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha
- 1 cup water
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp honey or agave nectar
How to Make:
Whisk water and matcha. Lemon juice and sweetener come next. Chill and serve over ice.
Many people are swapping their morning coffee for matcha — there’s a reason why, and you can read more in this Matcha vs Coffee guide.
Healthy Breakfast Matcha Recipes
You don't just sip matcha. You cook using it as an ingredient to lift your day. Wholesome and delicious matcha recipes for breakfast are just the answer to lazy mornings or make-ahead.
4. Matcha Overnight Oats
Grab-and-go breakfast with green matcha flavor. Mix together rolled oats, almond milk, matcha powder, chia seeds, and maple syrup drizzle. Let it sit overnight, and wake up at your destination to your green, creamy bowl of goodness.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup roll sterol oats
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp matcha
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp maple syrup
How to Make:
Take all ingredients and mix them into one jar. Leave overnight. Serve at morning time with fruit.
5. Matcha Chia Seed Pudding
Seeking something high in fiber and like a dessert? This four-component matcha chia pudding recipe may be easily made ahead and can be great for meal preps. Top with shaved coconut flakes and berries as an added flourish.
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 tsp matcha
- 1 tsp honey
How to Make:
Combine all ingredients and stir up well. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. Pre-service again.
6. Matcha Pancakes
Color your weekend pancakes green (the good green). Infuse your batter with matcha infusions for an antioxidant kick and top with honey or whipped cream. They’re light and subtly sweet and totally Instagram-u worthy.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 3/4 cup Milky
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp matcha
How to Make:
Combine all ingredients and mix them up. Plop onto a hot pan and fry both sides gently up to light brown. Serve with berry or honey.
If you’re wondering which matcha works best for cooking or sipping, check out our deep dive on the Best Matcha Tea.
Delicious Matcha Desserts
Desserts and matcha are an ideal pair. The recipes below are tasty ways of highlighting the particular taste of matcha in your desserts and sweet baked goods.
7. Matcha Cookies (Soft & Chewy)
These chewy, buttery cookies are as visually appealing as they are tasty to devour. A personal favorite matcha recipe, they go absolutely wonderfully paired with white chocolate chunks or sprinkling with powdered sugar.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp matcha powder
How to Make:
Whisk sugar and butter. Whisk egg and matcha into mixture. Gently fold dry ingredients. Spoon mixture onto baking tray and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes.
8. Matcha Ice Cream (No-churn Recipe)
No ice cream maker? No problem. This easy, creamy no-churn matcha ice cream relies on whipped cream and canned condensed milk for an easy, creamy dessert with mild earthy flavor.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tsp matcha
How to Make:
Beat cream stiff. Fold sweetened condensed milk and matcha green tea into cream. Freeze at least 6 hours in container.
9. Matcha Cheese
Rich, creamy, and slightly sour, this matcha green tea cheesecake adds an adult flavor to the classic treat. Make it crustless or with graham cracker crust and give it an irrevocable twist.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/3 cup butter
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp matcha
How to Make:
Press crust mixture into pan. Mix cheesecake filling and matcha. Pour over the crust. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 35–40 minutes.
If you’re wondering how matcha is different from the green tea you usually drink, this quick read on Matcha vs Green Tea breaks it down simply.
Quick Matcha Snacks
Cranky between meals? Have one of these fast matcha snacks and be back on track quickly. Great for those 3 o'clock hunger attacks or as an after-workout snack.
10. Matcha Energy Balls
Combine matcha powder and oats and almond butter and honey and shredded coconut. Chill small balls. Bite-sized little morsels that are compact and spirited and just sweet.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp matcha
How to Make:
Chill all ingredients and shape into balls. Chill at least 30 minutes before serving.
11. Matcha Popcorn
Snack time, elevated. Meld fresh-popped corn and melted coconut oil, matcha powder and flaky sea salt (or just sugar, if adventurous). Crunchy and salty and sweet—what could be better?
Ingredients:
- 4 cups popped popcorn
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp matcha
- Pinch of salt
How to Make:
Drizzle the oil over the popcorn and sprinkle with matcha and salt. Toss to combine.
12. Matcha Yogurt Bark
Line up a baking sheet with Greek yogurt, swirl matcha around just slightly, and finish with fruits, nuts, and seeds. Freeze and crush into pieces for the ultimate guilt-free, colorful frozen snack. Innovative
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp matcha
- Granola or berry as topping ingredient
How to Make:
Combine yogurt, matcha, and honey. Spread on a tray lined with parchment. Top. Freeze, then crush.
If you're curious about how matcha supports overall wellness beyond the kitchen, you might enjoy reading more on Matcha Tea for Weight Loss.
Creative Matcha Recipe Ideas
Ready to go off the grid? Unconventional matcha recipes unlock green tea powder as the ultimate lead player for the most unexpected lead roles—truffles, muffins, and TikTok-famous dalgonas, just to name some.
13. Matcha Chocolate Truffles
Truffles Rich dark chocolate and powdery matcha meet in these melt-in-your-mouth truffles. Whipped up easily, classy, and gift-giving appropriate (or all for yourself—we won’t tell).
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate
- 1 tsp matcha
How to Make:
Heat cream and drizzle over sheeted chocolate. Whisk smooth. Cool and then shape into balls and dust matcha.
14. Matcha Dalgona
Elevate your dalgona to the next level with matcha. Whip up egg whites or aquafaba with sugar and matcha powder to be light and fluffy and spoon over chilled milk to enjoy an at-home café drink.
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp aquafaba (substitute for egg white)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp matcha
- Milk for serving
How to Make:
Whisk aquafaba and sugar and matcha until light and fluffy. Spoon over cold milk.
15. Matcha Muffins
Light and fluffy and yummy at brunch or as an anytime snack, matcha muffins offset the slightly bitter flavor of matcha with sweet ingredients like white chocolate chips or blueberries.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1 tbsp matcha
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup oil
How to Make:
Dry ingredients at one time, then moist ingredients and fold them. Spoon mixture into muffin pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–20 minutes.
Conclusion
Whether you've just stumbled upon matcha or were hooked your entire life, there's something here for one and all. From refreshing beverages to sinfully sweet treats, matcha recipes offer jolts of vibrant-colored excitement, concentrated flavor, and nutrition to your repertoire. So grab your whisk, fetch your mixing bowls from the cabinet, and let matcha take over your next snack or dinner-one green bite at a time.
