Beat the heat with my Matcha Shaved Ice, a Japanese dessert staple perfect for sunny days! Crafted with finely shaved ice infused with the vibrant flavor of matcha, this treat offers instant refreshment and a delightful cooling sensation. Save money and enjoy the satisfaction of making this simple matcha syrup at home, ensuring a sweet escape from the summer heat anytime!
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Why I Love This Recipe
If you’re craving a refreshing treat to beat the summer heat, my Matcha Shaved Ice is the answer! Picture this, a homemade shaved ice topped with my handcrafted matcha syrup, delivering a burst of vibrant flavor with every bite! Just like my Mason Jar Matcha Ice Cream, I crafted this recipe out of love for matcha and a desire for a hassle-free dessert option at home!
It’s incredibly easy to whip up – simply mix the ingredients for the syrup, pour it over shaved ice, add some Matcha Condensed Milk on top for an extra creamy touch, and indulge in a refreshing delight that’s perfect for any hot day. So why wait? Treat yourself to this simple and satisfying dessert now!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Shaved Ice – shaved ice from a Shaved Ice Maker.
- Matcha Powder – green tea leaves that have been ground into a powder. Culinary grade Matcha Powder will work for this recipe but you can also use ceremonial grade premium matcha if preferred.
- Hot Water – filtered hot water.
- Sweetener – use your preferred sweetener.
Additional Toppings
Feel free to top with some Matcha Condensed Milk, mochi, red bean paste or sweet red beans for a full Japanese style ujikintoki dessert!
🍵 Matcha Note
For this recipe, I recommend using Culinary Grade Matcha. It offers great taste at a more affordable price than ceremonial matcha.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
Directions
Step 1 In a small mixing bowl, combine matcha powder with hot water until dissolved.
Step 2 In a separate mixing bowl, combine your sweetener of choice and hot water until dissolved to form your simple syrup.
Step 3 Combine the together, whisk, and let it cool down. Once the matcha syrup is cooled, pour it onto shaved ice.
🧊 Cooling Pro Tip
To speed up the cooling process of the syrup, I recommend placing it in the Refrigerator for 10-15 Minutes.
Pairing Recommendations
For a complete and refreshing matcha experience, consider pairing this delightful shaved ice treat with other matcha-style beverages, such as my Iced Matcha Latte or Strawberry Matcha Latte.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the syrup in advance and store it?
Yes, you can definitely make the syrup in advance and store it for later use. Just make use to give it a quick stir before serving as settling may occur.
Can I make this recipe without an ice shaver?
To make this recipe, it's best to use an ice shaver to achieve the perfect texture of shaved ice. While you could try using a crushed ice option on a refrigerator in a pinch, it won't produce the same results as using a dedicated ice shaver.
Storage Tips
While this treat is best enjoyed freshly made, leftovers can be stored in the freezer. Just make note that the texture may be altered as the ice clumps begin to stick together over time.
Other Recipes You Might Like
- Matcha Chocolate Macadamia Nuts
- Matcha Mousse Mini Cheesecake
- Matcha Jelly
- Strawberry Milk Ice Cream
Watch How To Make It
Ingredients
Shaved Ice
- 1 Cup Shaved Ice
Syrup
- 1 tbsp Hot Water
- 1 tsp Matcha Powder
- 2 tbsp Hot Water
- 3 tbsp Sweetener your preferred sweetener
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- In a heat-safe mixing bowl, combine matcha powder with 1 tbsp hot water. Whisk well until the powder dissolves and set aside.
- In another heat-safe mixing bowl, combine sweetener with 2 tbsp hot water. Mix until the sweetener is mostly dissolved.
- Add the mixed matcha from step 2) into syrup from step 3). Now mix until everything is completely dissolved.
- Pour syrup onto a bowl of shaved ice.
Nutrition
I think this would be great topped with Whipped Cream and Strawberries
I agree!