Matcha Mochi Parfait

Japan cuisine

Matcha Mochi Parfait

Layered parfait with matcha whipped cream, chewy mochi, and seasonal fruit.

Prep: 25 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 35 min
Servings: Serves 4
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • - 2 cups matcha cream
  • - 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
  • - 1/3 cup sugar or sweetener
  • - 1 tbsp gelatin or agar agar
  • - Citrus zest or vanilla extract
  • - Seasonal fruit for topping

Cooking steps

  1. 1Bloom gelatin with cold water while gently warming cream with sugar.
  2. 2Stir matcha cream into the warm base until dissolved.
  3. 3Strain mixture into serving glasses and chill until set.
  4. 4Garnish with fruit, crunch, or whipped cream before serving.

Chef notes

  • - Chill vessels ahead of time for faster set.
  • - Use agar for a vegetarian-friendly set if serving to a crowd.

Pairings

  • - Serve with black sesame brittle
  • - Pour a glass of Genmaicha tea

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Carbs: 34 g