Can I mix matcha powder into ice cream?

Yes—but how you do it matters. Matcha isn’t like cocoa or cinnamon—it clumps fast and tastes bitter if not handled right. The key to smooth, flavorful strawberry matcha ice cream is whisking the powder into a bit of warm milk before combining it with your base. This creates a matcha paste that blends beautifully and leaves zero bitterness behind. If you're short on time or tools, you can still mix it into a no-churn base, but the flavor and texture won't be quite the same as a churned custard-style version.

How to make ice strawberry matcha?

If you're talking about the drink—a layered iced strawberry matcha latte —you'll want three parts: sweet strawberry purée, cold milk, and matcha whisked with water. Pour slowly to keep layers visible. But if you meant strawberry matcha ice cream , start by roasting or simmering the strawberries into a jammy swirl. Then make a matcha custard base, churn it, and layer the two together.

Does Bruster's have strawberry matcha ice cream?

As of now, Bruster’s doesn't carry strawberry matcha ice cream as a regular menu item. Their offerings rotate often, but this flavor combo is still rare in most big-chain scoop shops. That’s part of why I created this recipe—to bring that beautiful green and pink swirl home. It’s not only easy, it’s better than anything store-bought once you taste how fresh it is.

Do strawberry and matcha taste good together?

Absolutely—they’re opposites in the best way. Strawberry is tart, sweet, and playful. Matcha is grassy, earthy, and grounding. When churned together into strawberry matcha ice cream , they balance each other without one overpowering the other. It's like sweet and salty, or creamy and crunchy—they shouldn’t work, but they absolutely do.

Best Strawberry Matcha Ice Cream Recipe 2025

Description

This dreamy strawberry matcha ice cream combines a vibrant green tea custard base with a sweet-tart strawberry swirl for a refreshing and eye-catching dessert.

Ingredients

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1 cup whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
⅔ cup granulated sugar
Pinch of salt
5 egg yolks
3 to 4 teaspoons matcha powder (ceremonial grade preferred)
2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped
2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Instructions

Add strawberries and sugar to a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally and cook until syrupy, about 15 minutes. Blend into a purée and strain if desired. Chill until ready to use.
Warm milk, sugar, and salt in a pot until steaming. Whisk egg yolks in a bowl, temper with hot milk, then return to the pot and cook until it coats a spoon (~170°F).
Whisk matcha into heavy cream until smooth. Strain custard into matcha cream and stir. Chill thoroughly, preferably overnight.
Churn in an ice cream maker until soft-serve texture. Layer ⅓ of the ice cream and ⅓ of the strawberry swirl in a loaf pan. Swirl gently and repeat. Freeze at least 3 hours.

Notes

For smoother texture, strain the strawberry swirl. Use ceremonial grade matcha for best flavor and color.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Churned
Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 280
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: strawberry, matcha, ice cream, swirl, dessert