strawberry matcha chocolate cups

these strawberry matcha chocolate cups bring together fresh berries and silky matcha white chocolate in the sweetest way. each cup cradles fresh strawberries beneath a pool of earthy matcha chocolate. the most delicious sweet snack!

why you will love these matcha chocolate covered strawberries

• 3 ingredient recipe – this easy recipe is only made with 3 ingredients: strawberries, matcha powder and white chocolate. so easy and quick to make when you’re craving something sweet but don’t feel like doing too much work.

• easier than chocolate coated strawberries – there’s no dipping and coating and waiting for the chocolate to set with these strawberry matcha chocolate cups. simply pour the matcha chocolate over the strawberries and eat immediately!

• twist on normal chocolate strawberries – everyone loves a classic chocolate covered strawberry but i think the matcha chocolate in these strawberry matcha chocolate cups elevates them even further. if you like strawberry matcha or strawberry matcha desserts, you will love these.

learn how to make these strawberry matcha chocolate dessert cups

to make these matcha and strawberry cups, we’re going to start off by washing and slicing the tops off of our fresh strawberries. then, we’ll make the matcha chocolate. melt white chocolate in the microwave or using a double boiler, sift in matcha powder and mix it in until smooth. once you have your matcha chocolate sauce, add the strawberries to cups, then pour the matcha and chocolate mixture over the strawberries, and we’re done!

strawberry cups with matcha chocolate ingredients

• strawberries – use fresh strawberries. wash them and slice off the tops before adding them to cups.

• white chocolate – this is going to be the base of the matcha chocolate as it works really well with the green tea flavour and doesn’t overpower it.

• japanese matcha green tea powder – we’ll need a small amount of matcha powder to make these matcha strawberry chocolate cups. use culinary grade matcha or if you want a more vibrant colour in your matcha chocolate, ceremonial grade will work best. bear in mind that ceremonial grade matcha is more expensive.

tools:

• small heatproof mixing bowl – you’ll need a heatproof or microwave safe mixing bowl to melt the white chocolate.

• small pot – if using the double boiler method to melt the white chocolate, you’ll need to fill a pot with water and place the mixing bowl on top.

• spatula or spoon – to mix the matcha into the white chocolate.

• sieve – to sift the matcha into the white chocolate for a smooth matcha chocolate mixture.

• cups – two equal-sized cups for your matcha chocolate strawberries

step by step instructions

for full measurements, keep scrolling down to the recipe below.

step one: wash fresh strawberries, pat them dry, then slice the tops off.

step two: portion out the strawberries between two equal-sized cups.

step three: for the matcha chocolate recipe, you’re going to need to melt the white chocolate first. you can do this in the microwave or using a double boiler.

– if using a microwave, break apart white chocolate into a microwave safe bowl, and microwave the chocolate in 20 second intervals, stirring the chocolate every 20 seconds until melted.

– if using a double boiler, fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. once it’s ready, break apart white chocolate into a heatproof bowl. turn off the heat and place the bowl with the white chocolate on top of the pot, ensuring that it doesn’t touch the water. stir the chocolate every once in a while until smooth and completely melted.

step four: sift matcha powder into the melted white chocolate.

step five: mix the matcha powder into the melted white chocolate until combined and completely smooth.

step six: pour the matcha chocolate over the strawberries in each cup.

step seven: let’s eat!

tips and notes

• try to use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best flavour.

• pat strawberries completely dry after washing, and cut the tops off evenly.

• use good quality white chocolate and chop it evenly so that it’s easier to melt.

• make sure that water doesn’t get into the bowl with the white chocolate in it.

• you want to make sure to keep the temperature low when melting white chocolate, as heating it over a high heat or heating it up too quickly can cause it to seize and become clumpy. if using a microwave, heat the while chocolate up in short, 20 second intervals, stirring in between each interval until completely melted.

• i prefer to use a double boiler for melting the white chocolate as it allows the chocolate to melt slowly and evenly, and prevents the chocolate from getting too hot.

• sift the matcha in to the melted white chocolate to ensure a smooth, lump-free matcha chocolate dip.

• pour the matcha chocolate over the fresh strawberries and eat immediately before the chocolate sets.

frequently asked questions

1. is matcha good with chocolate ?

   – yes, matcha and chocolate pair really nicely together. the earthy notes of matcha balance the sweetness of white chocolate in the most perfect way.

2. what does matcha chocolate taste like ?

   – matcha white chocolate has a unique flavour – creamy and sweet with a gentle earthiness. it’s less sweet than just white chocolate on its own and has quite a complex but delicate flavour.

3. can i use milk chocolate instead of white chocolate for the matcha chocolate ?

   – yes, you can. but i prefer to use white chocolate as it doesn’t overpower the matcha flavour and really complements it.

4. how long will these matcha chocolate coated strawberry cups keep ?

   – these strawberry matcha chocolate cups are best eaten immediately, while the chocolate is still melty. if you don’t mind the chocolate setting, you can also make them ahead of time and eat them within a few hours.

5. can i use a different type of fruit instead of strawberries ?

   – yes, you can use any kind of fruit that you like.

6. why did my white chocolate seize ?

   – this can happen if water gets into the chocolate. make sure water doesn’t get inside the bowl if you’re using a double boiler to melt the chocolate. it can also happen if you heat up the chocolate over too high of a heat or too quickly. you want to heat up the chocolate slowly over a low heat. if using a microwave, microwave in short bursts and stir in between.

7. my matcha is lumpy in the chocolate – what do i do ?

   – sift the matcha powder in the melted chocolate before mixing it in. i just used a spoon to mix it in, but you can also use a whisk to ensure that it’s completely smooth and lump-free.

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