matcha parfait

Japan · East Asia

Bowl of green tea ice cream, whipped cream, dumplings, jelly cubes, and a crisp wafer.
matcha parfait

Matcha parfait is a layered dessert served in a tall glass, with powdered green tea flavoring ice cream or other components. Green-tea jelly, sweet red-bean paste and shiratama rice dumplings are familiar additions. Japanese parfaits can also include whipped cream and crunchy cereal layers, combining cold, soft and crisp elements in the same glass.[1]

The dessert is especially associated with Kyoto and Uji tea. Tea shops and cafes use locally produced matcha in their parfaits. Seasonal versions may add cherry-blossom flavors in spring or sweet potato and chestnut in autumn, alongside the green-tea components.[1]

References

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  1. Japan's art of sweets: Parfait — Japan National Tourism Organization
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Tokyo Parfait - lots of matcha with adzuki hidden on the bottom. (14226988754).jpg

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