Matcha Affogato Recipe: An Easy Green Tea Dessert
As a trained pastry chef, I’ve always loved experimenting with ways to turn classic desserts into something new and exciting. One of my favorite indulgences? Affogato—a simple yet luxurious Italian dessert where hot espresso is poured over cold, creamy gelato. But if you swap the espresso for vibrant, earthy matcha, you get a Matcha Affogato, a perfectly balanced, bittersweet, and creamy treat that’s both refreshing and indulgent.
Servings: 1
Calories: 297kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Matcha Powder
- 3 Tablespoons Hot Water 175F/80C
- 3 Scoops Vanilla Ice Cream or Matcha Ice Cream
Instructions
- Warm your bamboo whisk by soaking it in a cup of hot water for 1–2 minutes—this softens the tines, helps prevent breakage, and preps it for a smoother whisk. Then, sift the matcha into a bowl or cup to remove clumps.2 teaspoons Matcha Powder
- Add warm water (not boiling!) and whisk until frothy using a bamboo whisk or milk frother.3 Tablespoons Hot Water
- Scoop the ice cream into a serving bowl, glass, or coffee cup.3 Scoops Vanilla Ice Cream
- Pour the matcha over the scoops of ice cream and serve immediately!
Video
Notes
Affogato Flavor Variations
Want to put your own spin on this Matcha Affogato? Here are some delicious variations to experiment with:
- Sweetened Matcha Affogato – Add a drizzle of honey lavender syrup, raspberry syrup, or vanilla syrup to the matcha before pouring for a touch of sweetness.
- Chocolate Matcha Affogato – Use chocolate ice cream instead of vanilla for a rich, bittersweet flavor combo.
- Coconut Matcha Affogato – Swap in coconut ice cream and top with toasted coconut flakes for a tropical twist.
- Espresso Matcha Fusion – Want the best of both worlds? Pour a shot of espresso AND matcha over vanilla ice cream for a matcha-coffee affogato.
Nutrition
Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 263mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 956IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 169mg | Iron: 2mg
