Description
The Coconut Matcha Cream Tart is a deliciously layered dessert that features a crisp coconut crust filled with a silky, green matcha mousse. The crust, made from shredded coconut, all-purpose flour, butter, and powdered sugar, adds a delightful crunch and a slight sweetness to each bite. The matcha cream filling is rich and smooth, with a subtle bitterness from the matcha that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the coconut. The dessert is often garnished with fresh strawberries, shredded coconut, or mint leaves, creating a refreshing and elegant finishing touch.
Ingredients
For the Coconut Crust:
- ¾ cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp salt
For the Matcha Cream Filling:
- 2 tsp unflavored gelatin powder
- 4 tbsp water (divided)
- 2 tbsp matcha powder
- 4 egg yolks
- 7 oz white chocolate, melted
- 1 cup heavy cream
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh strawberries
- Shredded coconut
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Make the Crust:
- Toast shredded coconut until lightly golden. Cool.
- In a food processor, pulse coconut, flour, butter, sugar, and salt until dough forms.
- Press into a greased 9-inch tart pan. Freeze for 10 minutes, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes. Cool completely.
- Prepare the Matcha Cream:
- Bloom gelatin in 2 tbsp water for 5 minutes.
- Mix matcha with remaining water to form a paste. Stir into gelatin.
- Beat egg yolks until creamy. Add matcha mixture and melted white chocolate.
- Whip cream to stiff peaks and fold into matcha mixture.
- Assemble the Tart:
- Pour matcha filling into cooled crust. Smooth the top.
- Chill for at least 3 hours or overnight until set.
- Garnish & Serve:
- Top with strawberries, shredded coconut, or mint.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
This Coconut Matcha Cream Tart is a refreshing, elegant dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or afternoon tea. Serve it chilled with a sprinkle of toasted coconut or an extra dusting of matcha powder for a beautiful finish
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Category: Dessert / Tart
- Method: Baking + Chilling
- Cuisine: Fusion (Japanese–Western)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: Low
Keywords: Matcha Coconut Tart, Coconut Matcha Dessert, Matcha Coconut Cream Tart