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    Homemade Matcha Chocolate Chips

    Published: Mar 22, 2021 by Michelle · 23 Comments

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    Have you ever looked for Matcha Chocolate Chips at the store? Look no further. Make them at home with 2 simple ingredients. 

    Matcha chocolate chips with jar in background.

    This post first appeared on Sift & Simmer in June 2017. Updated March 2021.

    Is there such a thing?

    The other day, I was thinking about chocolate chips.

    There's dark chocolate, white chocolate, butterscotch, but were there matcha chocolate chips?

    A quick Google search led to matcha cookies with dark chocolate chips.

    But no matcha chocolate chips on the market.

    What is matcha?

    If you're new to matcha, it is a finely ground green tea from Japan. I use this ingredient in a lot of my baking.

    Just 2 ingredients

    It's just white chocolate and matcha powder! How simple is that?

    And because there are only 2 ingredients in this recipe, the quality of the ingredients is important.

    Choose a quality white chocolate and premium matcha powder.

    Piped Matcha Chocolate Chips on baking tray.
    How to make the chocolate chips

    It's not hard, but it does take some patience.

    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Melt the white chocolate in a bowl (I used a microwave and heated the chocolate in 20-second increments).

    Stir in the matcha powder until combined.

    Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a thin piping tip.

    Squeeze the chocolate mixture in tiny dollops mimicking chocolate chips and repeat until all the mixture is used up. (You'll need some arm endurance).

    Place the tray into the fridge or freezer and there you have it -- easy, homemade matcha "chips."

    Matcha Chocolate Chips in a bowl, on wooden board.

    Can I increase or decrease the amount of matcha in the chips?

    Yes, you can increase or decrease the amount depending on your preference.

    Note: not all matcha brands are created equal, and there may be flavour differences between grades in the same brand. 

    Variations and substitutions

    For a change in flavour, try adding a hojicha powder in place of the matcha.

    How to use the Matcha Chocolate Chips

    Add them into baked goods, brownies or into cookies.

    Sprinkle them on top of ice cream or anything that requires a hit of matcha or chocolate. 

    How to store the chocolate chips

    Store the chocolate chips in an airtight container in a cool location, away from light and heat.

    You can store the chocolate chips in the fridge, if you live in a warm climate.

    Other recipes you may like

    Be sure to check out:

    Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Homemade Matcha Choco Pie

    Chocolate-Dipped Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies

    Earl Grey Nama Chocolate (Melty Kiss)

    Matcha Chocolate Banana Muffins

    Personally, I love how the matcha's natural earthiness balances the white chocolate's sweetness, so the chips don't taste too sweet overall.

    Let me know if you try out this recipe -- tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer or leave me a comment/rating below!

    Spilled jar of matcha chocolate chips, with text overlay.

     

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    5 from 12 votes

    Homemade Matcha Chocolate Chips

    An easy 2-ingredient recipe for matcha chocolate chips made with green tea and white chocolate.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time1 min
    Total Time6 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Japanese
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 30kcal
    Author: Michelle

    For accuracy and precision in baking recipes, use weight (metric) measurements when available.

    Ingredients

    • 50 g good quality white chocolate chopped into small pieces
    • 8 g high-grade culinary matcha sifted
    Metric | US Customary
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    Instructions

    • Line a large baking tray with parchment paper. Set aside.
    • Place the chopped white chocolate into a heat-safe glass bowl. Microwave on medium heat in 20 second increments until completely melted.
    • Add in matcha powder and stir until thoroughly combined.
    • Prepare a piping bag fitted with a thin round pastry tip, about ⅛" in diameter. Place the bag into a tall glass jar and fold the excess bag over the lip of the jar so the bag stands upright.
    • Transfer the mixture into the piping bag with a spatula.
    • Squeeze out any excess air and steadily pipe small mounds onto the baking tray lined with parchment paper. Work quickly so that the chocolate doesn't firm up and harden.
    • Place the baking tray in a cool place, or in the refrigerator until completely cool and firm.
    • Release the matcha chocolate chips by gently tugging the parchment paper and store in an airtight container away from heat.
    • Use in recipes in place of chocolate chips, such as my Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies.

    Notes

    Yield: 1 small jar

    Nutrition

    Calories: 30kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

    The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.

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    Comments

    1. Yumi

      July 31, 2020 at 8:07 pm

      5 stars
      So simple and easy to make!

      Reply
    2. Rachel

      March 22, 2021 at 11:35 am

      5 stars
      I didn't know I needed matcha chocolate chips in my life until I saw this recipe haha. So yummy and easy!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 22, 2021 at 2:19 pm

        Ahaha, thanks Rachel! 😀

    3. Courtney

      March 22, 2021 at 11:39 am

      5 stars
      I love the colour of these so much! Such a fun treat!

      Reply
    4. Katherine

      March 22, 2021 at 11:44 am

      5 stars
      These are just the cutest! I can think of so many recipes to use them in. Yum!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 22, 2021 at 2:19 pm

        Right? All the cookies and brownies! 😉 Thanks Katherine!

    5. Neli Howard

      March 22, 2021 at 11:57 am

      5 stars
      I can't believe it's just 2 ingredients. Matcha + сhocolate it's brilliant !!! I definitely want to try

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 22, 2021 at 2:19 pm

        So incredibly easy to make! 🙂 Thanks Neli!

    6. Heidi | The Frugal Girls

      March 22, 2021 at 3:28 pm

      These chips could be used to create the most adorable St. Patrick's day cookies.

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 22, 2021 at 7:34 pm

        You're absolutely onto something... thanks Heidi! 🙂

    7. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      March 22, 2021 at 8:26 pm

      5 stars
      This is seriously the most clever thing ever. I love it!!! They'd be so tasty, white chocolate and matcha!! Yum!

      Reply
    8. Katerina | Once a Foodie

      March 23, 2021 at 4:21 am

      5 stars
      I love this idea, Michelle! And how amazing that these gorgeous little chips are made with just two ingredients. They look like cute little Santa hats, love them 🙂

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 23, 2021 at 7:56 am

        Thank you Katerina! 🙂 You're right, they do look like Santa hats! 😀

    9. David @ Spiced

      March 23, 2021 at 4:29 am

      5 stars
      Wow, what a unique idea, Michelle! You're right that the baking chip aisle has really exploded with options in recent years...but there aren't any matcha options. This is such a fun and easy recipe to make, and I can think of so many taste ways to use 'em. For starters, a white chocolate chunk match chip cookie is on the agenda!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 23, 2021 at 7:56 am

        Right, like the people at Hersey's gotta get with the times! 😉 Thanks David! That matcha white chocolate chunk cookie sounds divine!

    10. Ben | Havocinthekitchen

      March 23, 2021 at 5:54 am

      5 stars
      I didn't see this post back in 2017, so thank you for updating it! Homemade chocolate matcha chips? How cute and awesome! Matcha could be easily overpowering as a part of the recipe, so I think that adding the flavour in form of chocolate chips works fantastically when you want a distinctive yet not too strong matcha flavour. Just some chips bursting with the matcha flavour here and here 🙂 I can see so many ways to use them. Genius idea!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 23, 2021 at 7:57 am

        Yes, the two flavours actually balance each other very well 🙂 Thank you Ben!

    11. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

      March 24, 2021 at 4:56 am

      5 stars
      What a fun idea to make your own matcha chocolate chips! So many delicious uses, including just enjoying by the handful!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 24, 2021 at 10:02 am

        Thank you Dawn -- you're right, they're great on their own too! 🙂

    12. Caleb - Never Ending Journeys

      March 24, 2021 at 12:08 pm

      Such a brilliant idea! These would be perfect for baking!

      Reply
    13. Healthy World Cuisine

      March 25, 2021 at 1:17 pm

      5 stars
      Woohoo! have everything to make your delicious recipe. I hope we can pipe as carefully as you do to make those cute little matcha chocolate chips.

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 25, 2021 at 7:21 pm

        Love how it's only 2 ingredients! Thanks so much Bobbi!

    14. Linsey

      April 04, 2021 at 3:29 pm

      5 stars
      Smart thinking, Michelle! I like the Matcha that balanced out the sweetness of the white chocolate and there is a hint of Matcha flavour.

      Reply

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