Making Your Own Matcha Parfait at Home
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When you think of Nakamura Tokichi Honten, many of you might picture our signature "Maruto Parfait." With the aroma of matcha, smooth ice cream, and a delightful harmony of textures and sweetness, a parfait is a wonderful dessert where a world of flavors unfolds in a single glass.
Today, I’d like to share a recipe that lets you enjoy the experience of a matcha parfait casually at home. The process is very simple—all you have to do is layer your favorite ingredients to create your very own masterpiece.
This cake is also a wonderful choice for entertaining guests or as a special birthday treat.
Ingredients (For 1–2 Servings)
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・Matcha Standard (Used for both the sauce and dusting) ・Matcha Ice Cream ・Sponge Cake (We recommend our "UJITELLA" Matcha Castella) ・Your Favorite Fruits ・Whipped Cream (Store-bought is fine) |
The Secret Ingredient: "Koicha" Sauce
・The key to this recipe is using "Koicha" (thick, concentrated tea) as a sauce.
・Sift Matcha Standard into a tea bowl.
・Add a small amount of hot water.
・Slowly whisk until it becomes a smooth, thick paste.
This rich, silky sauce provides a sophisticated bitterness that cuts through the sweetness and adds depth to every bite.
How to Assemble Your Parfait
・The Base: Start by adding whipped cream to the bottom of the glass.
・Add Fruit: Layer in your chosen fresh fruits.
・The Texture: Drizzle the Koicha sauce over the fruit, then add bite-sized pieces of UJITELLA (matcha sponge cake).
・The Star: Place a generous scoop of matcha ice cream on top.
・Final Touch: Lightly dust the top of the ice cream with more Matcha Standard for an extra burst of aroma.
And there you have it—it’s finished!
The Joy of Customization
There is no "right" or "wrong" way to make a parfait. You can go for extra sweetness, let the fruit take center stage, or add more matcha for a more "grown-up" flavor profile. Part of the fun is imagining how the flavors will change with every spoonful.
Gathering your favorite ingredients and layering them freely creates a special tea time right in your own home. Whether you're making them with family or enjoying a quiet moment alone, it’s a wonderful experience.
We hope you enjoy creating your own unique matcha parfait. May your tea time be filled with the delightful fragrance of matcha!
Featured in this Recipe: "Matcha Standard"
Matcha Standard (100g Bag)
Crafted exclusively from first-flush tea leaves grown in Kyoto, Japan. "Matcha Standard" offers a harmonious balance of umami, sweetness, and gentle astringency. With its deep, multi-layered flavor, it is highly recommended for matcha lattes, baking, and creating decadent dessert sauces.
