Description
A no-bake, restaurant-quality dessert featuring layers of earthy matcha mousse, fresh strawberry puree, and white chocolate shavings. This gluten-free treat is easy to make ahead and offers a sophisticated flavor balance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons ceremonial grade matcha powder
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and pureed
- 4 ounces high-quality white chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 tablespoons warm water (for blooming matcha)
Instructions
- Hull and rinse strawberries, then blend into a smooth puree. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds, reserving 2 tablespoons for layering.
- Chop white chocolate and melt in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Whisk matcha powder with warm water to create a smooth, lump-free paste.
- In a large bowl, whip cold heavy cream, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and salt until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the melted white chocolate into the whipped cream, then fold in the matcha paste until uniform.
- Layer the mousse and reserved strawberry puree in serving glasses, finishing with a top layer of mousse.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight to set.
- Garnish with white chocolate shavings and fresh strawberries before serving.
Notes
Ensure all equipment and cream are very cold to help the cream whip properly. Do not skip straining the strawberry puree to avoid seeds. Use high-quality ceremonial grade matcha for the best flavor. The dessert is best made ahead and chilled overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Japanese Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: matcha mousse, strawberry dessert, white chocolate, no-bake dessert, gluten-free dessert, matcha recipe, mousse cups, party dessert