If you're a fan of Japanese desserts, you must have encountered the captivating Matcha mousse cake. This delectable treat has been taking the world by storm, captivating taste buds with its unique blend of flavors and textures.
Matcha with its rich, umami flavor and vibrant green hue has made itself a staple ingredient in traditional tea ceremonies.
The fusion of Matcha with the light and airy texture of mousse resulted in the creation of the Matcha mousse cake, a dessert that beautifully combines Japanese flavors with Western pastry techniques.
Matcha Mousse Cake Recipe
Matcha Mousse Cake contains simple ingredients but it takes some time and patience to make a good one. Here are the ingredients and instructions.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 envelope of unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 3 tablespoons Matcha powder
- 1/2 cup white chocolate, melted
Instructions:
1. In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and sugar. Heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour in the hot cream mixture while whisking continuously.
3. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly.
4. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
5. Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm cream mixture and whisk until fully dissolved.
6. Take the mixture off the heat and strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to eliminate any lumps.
7. Whisk in the Matcha powder until fully incorporated.
8. Pour the Matcha mixture into a bowl and refrigerate until it begins to set about 1 hour.
9. In another bowl, beat the heavy cream until it becomes thick and forms firm peaks.
10. Fold the whipped cream and melted white chocolate into the chilled Matcha mixture.
11. Pour the mixture into individual serving cups or a cake ring and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
How to make Matcha Mousse Cake
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World-Famous Matcha Mousse Cake Brands
If you want to try the top Matcha Mousse Cake, save the following list of world-famous brands and addresses. When you go on a trip to these countries, don’t forget to visit these cakes!
1. Kyoto-Uji Premium Matcha (Kyoto, Japan)
Address: Japan, 〒150-0043 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Dogenzaka, 1 Chome−2−3 渋谷フクラス 6F
Price Per Person: ¥2,000–5,000
Recommended Dishes: Matcha Lattes, Matcha Terrine and Matcha Brûlée Parfait
Kyoto-Uji Premium Matcha
2. Lady M Confections (New York, USA)
Address: 30 Rockefeller Plaza Suite U, New York, NY 10112
Price Per Person: $10–20(about $8.5 for a piece)
Recommended Dishes: Classic Matcha Mousse Cake and Green Tea Mille Crepes
3. Sadaharu Aoki (Paris, France)
Address: 103 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris, France
Price Per Person: €10–30(about €7 for a piece)
Recommended Dishes: Matcha Macaroons, Matcha Mousse Cake, and Salted Butter Caramel
Whether you're a Matcha enthusiast or simply a dessert lover seeking a unique and refreshing treat, the Matcha mousse cake is sure to delight your senses. Indulge in this Japanese delicacy and experience the perfect harmony of flavors and textures that have captivated dessert connoisseurs around the world.
