Matcha Flan: A Creamy, Fragrant Dessert

Discover the silky softness of matcha flan—an elegant match between classic custard texture and matcha’s vegetal, umami notes. Refined yet comforting, this dessert adds a unique twist to the end of any meal.

Prep & Cooking Time

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Bake time: 45 minutes
• Chilling time: 2 hours in the fridge

Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 500 ml whole milk
• 200 ml single cream
• 4 eggs
• 100 g sugar
• 2 tsp organic ceremonial matcha
• 1 tbsp cornflour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Liquid caramel (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1. Dissolve the matcha

   Mix the matcha with a little warm milk, whisking briskly with a chasen or frother to prevent lumps.

2. 2. Make the custard base

   In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale. Add the cornflour, then gradually whisk in the milk, cream, vanilla extract, and dissolved matcha.

3. 3. Bake

   If using caramel, pour it into the bottom of the tin. Strain the mixture, then pour it into the tin. Bake in a water bath at 160°C for 45 minutes, until set but still slightly wobbly in the centre.

4. 4. Chill and serve

   Let it cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Unmould and serve chilled or slightly warm.

Nutritional benefits

Matcha delivers a high concentration of antioxidants and L-theanine, while milk and cream provide protein and healthy fats for a rich, velvety texture.

When to enjoy it

Perfect as a dessert after a light meal, as a treat with afternoon tea, or to finish a dinner—served chilled in summer or slightly warm in winter.

Diet-friendly

This recipe can be gluten-free (check your cornflour) and suits omnivore and flexitarian diets.

Nutrition facts

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