Matcha is one of the most versatile flavours in the dessert world, earthy and vibrant, and it works in almost everything. This guide gathers every matcha dessert on the blog in one place, from airy cakes and fudgy cookies to creamy cheesecakes, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate and matcha mochi. New to matcha? Start with the guide to grades and uses, then pick your recipe.
What Is Matcha? Start Here
Matcha is finely ground green tea powder with a vibrant colour and earthy, slightly sweet flavour. These guides cover grades, uses and where to begin.
Matcha Cakes and Sponges
Matcha’s earthy notes balance sweetness beautifully in cakes, from airy chiffon to molten lava.
- Matcha Cake
- Matcha Chiffon Cake
- Matcha Cotton Soft Sponge Cake
- Matcha Lava Cake
- Matcha Mille Crepe Cake
- Matcha Cupcakes
- Matcha Tres Leches
Matcha Cookies and Brownies
Chewy, fudgy bakes with a green tea twist.
Matcha Cheesecakes, Tiramisu and Creamy Desserts
Rich, smooth desserts where matcha shines against cream cheese and mascarpone.
- Baked Matcha Cheesecake
- Matcha Basque Cheesecake
- Matcha Tiramisu
- Matcha Creme Brulee
- Matcha Tres Leches vs Basque Cheesecake
Matcha Chocolate, Truffles and Confections
Melt-in-your-mouth treats that pair matcha with white and dark chocolate.
Matcha Pastries
Choux, macarons and soft buns, all in matcha.
Matcha Ice Cream and Drinks
Cool, creamy matcha for warmer days.
Matcha Mochi and Rice Cakes
Where two of our biggest categories meet. See also our full mochi guide.
