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    No-Churn Matcha Ice Cream

    Published: May 8, 2018 by Michelle Β· 42 Comments

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    This is an easy recipe for No-Churn Matcha Ice Cream, with no fancy equipment needed. Rich and creamy, filled with robust matcha flavour.

    Scoops of matcha ice cream in stacked black bowls with spoon, matcha powder and waffle cones on the side.
    For one of our wedding anniversaries (don't ask me which one, because I can't remember now LOL!), my husband bought me a KitchenAid ice cream maker attachment.

    As with most newly purchased gadgets, it got a lot of love at first.

    And then the attachment kinda of kaputzed out on me.

    The ice cream attachment just doesn't grip and slides off especially when the mixture gets thicker while it's being churned in the mixer.

    So as much as I liked the ice cream attachment, it's stuck on a shelf now because I can't bare hearing the horrible clonking noise when it slips off. (Does anyone else have this problem? Or maybe I just got a defective one...)

    That being said, it's been years since I made homemade ice cream.

    Until I discovered no-churn ice cream.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    There are no eggs, no custard, and no cooking involved.

    This no-churn matcha ice cream is smooth, creamy, and surprisingly not too sweet.

    The earthy matcha flavour is robust and cuts through the richness of the cream.

    Scoops of matcha ice cream in stacked black bowls with spoon, matcha powder and waffle cones on the side.

    What is no-churn method?

    Simply put, no mechanical churning is involved.

    That means, there is no need to incorporate air into the ice cream base, since the heavy cream is already creamy!

    The great part about no-churn ice cream is that you don't need any fancy equipment to make it.

    As long as you have a whisk and bowl, you're ready to go.

    Only 4 ingredients

    This Matcha Ice Cream which is very simple to whip up. (No pun intended). πŸ˜‰

    It consists of only 4 ingredients! Yes, that's right. FOUR.

    • heavy whipping cream: choose a cream with at least 36% MF (milkfat) for the most creamiest texture
    • condensed milk: provides sweetness and acts as the "custard" base in traditional ice cream
    • matcha powder: use a high-grade culinary matcha powder for the best flavour and colour
    • pure alcohol-based vanilla extract: adds depth of flavour to the ice cream base and helps to prevent ice crystal from forming

    That's it!

    How to make it

    Chill the mixing bowl in the fridge for 20 minutes. 

    Tip: a chilled bowl helps to whip up heavy cream with ease.

    In another bowl, combine together the condensed milk and vanilla extract.

    Pour the heavy whipping cream into the chilled bowl and sift the matcha over top.

    Gradually whip the cream until almost stiff peaks.

    Remove about β…“rd of the whipped cream and fold it into the condensed milk mixture to lighten.

    Add the lightened condensed milk into the whipped cream mixture and fold until the mixture becomes homogeneous. 

    Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 6 hours.

    Scoops of matcha ice cream in stacked black bowls with spoon, matcha powder and waffle cones on the side.

    FAQs 

    How long can the ice cream last?

    The no-churn ice cream can last for up to 3 months in the freezer, if isn't already eaten!

    Why use so much vanilla extract?

    I use pure vanilla extract (alcohol-based) to help prevent ice crystals from forming in the base, which results in an even creamier texture. 

    Can I make it without the vanilla/alcohol?

    Yes, the texture may be slightly less creamy.

    Flavour variations

    Change up the flavour of the ice cream and experiment!

    Try different tea flavours such as:

    Hojicha Ice Cream

    Jasmine Tea Ice Cream

    Have you ever made a no-churn ice cream before? What flavour would you make?

    Other recipes you may like

    If you enjoyed this recipe, you may also like:

    No-Churn London Fog/Earl Grey Ice Cream

    Matcha Mochi Ice Cream

    Matcha Hojicha Coconut Ice Cream Bars

    Matcha Ice Cream Sandwiches

    No-Churn Tin Roof Ice Cream

    No-Churn Espresso Coffee Bean Ice Cream

    Let me know if you try this, I'd love to see it! Tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer and leave me a comment/rating below! Here's to matcha more ice cream! (Pun intended ;-))

    Scoops of matcha ice cream in stacked black bowls.Scoops of matcha ice cream in stacked black bowls, with text overlay.

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    5 from 19 votes

    No-Churn Matcha Ice Cream

    An easy recipe for No-Churn Matcha Ice Cream, with no fancy equipment needed. Rich and creamy, with robust matcha flavour.
    Prep Time20 minutes mins
    Chilling Time6 hours hrs
    Total Time6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American, Japanese
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 152kcal
    Author: Michelle

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

    Ingredients

    • 240 ml heavy whipping cream cold
    • 4 teaspoon matcha sifted
    • 100 ml sweetened condensed milk
    • 1.5 tsp pure vanilla extract alcohol-based
    Metric | US Customary
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    Instructions

    • Chill a stand mixing bowl in the fridge for 20 minutes.
    • In a medium bowl, combine together the condensed milk and vanilla extract.
    • Pour the cold heavy whipping cream into a bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Sift in the matcha powder. Start whipping on slow speed and gradually increase the speed until soft peaks.
    • Continue to whisk until almost stiff peaks.
    • Remove about β…“rd of the whipped cream and add it to the condensed milk. Use a spatula to fold in the whipped cream to lighten up the mixture.
    • Add the lightened condensed milk back into the remaining of whipped cream and use a whisk to fold the mixture together until homogeneous.
    • Transfer the mixture into clean pint-sized jars. Gently tap to release any bubbles.
    • Place into the freezer for at least 2 hours for soft-serve consistency, and 6 hours for hard ice cream.
    • Scoop and serve in a bowl or in a cone.

    Notes

    Yield: appx 1 Β½ pints

    Nutrition

    Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 70mg | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 576IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 55mg | 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. heather (delicious not gorgeous)

      May 08, 2018 at 7:41 pm

      yum!!! matcha everythingggg please. i tried making no churn matcha ice cream once for mochi ice cream, and the ice cream was great... but the mochi was a pita. i gave up and just ate the (delicious) ice cream and ignored the mochi lol.

      Reply
      • siftandsimmer@gmail.com

        May 08, 2018 at 9:47 pm

        Awww so sad to hear about the mochi! But then again, mochi doesn't do well in cold situations... so that's probably why. πŸ™

      • Crystal

        July 23, 2021 at 8:53 pm

        5 stars
        Such an amazing & easy recipe! What more can you ask for? I also tried substituting the matcha for instant coffee instead and it tasted like Vietnamese Iced Coffee! So good!

      • Michelle

        July 24, 2021 at 7:31 am

        Glad you enjoyed the recipe, Crystal! Yes, instant coffee is such a fabulous addition!

        Thanks for sharing your creation on Instagram too! πŸ™‚

    2. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      May 12, 2018 at 8:08 pm

      Hooray! Glad you joined the matcha ice cream bandwagon. Yours looks soooo good!!!

      Reply
      • siftandsimmer@gmail.com

        May 12, 2018 at 9:52 pm

        Yes, all thanks to you! πŸ˜€ I'm a convert now! Gonna buy all the whipping cream I can find πŸ˜› HAHAHA!

    3. Ken Tanaka

      May 19, 2018 at 2:10 pm

      OMG! Look soo creamy and delicious!! 😍🍡

      Reply
      • siftandsimmer@gmail.com

        May 20, 2018 at 7:57 am

        Thank you Ken! It's so delicious and easy to make -- a definite MUST TRY!

      • Gina Ledor

        August 08, 2020 at 8:01 pm

        5 stars
        this was so good n so easy!! thank you πŸ™‚

      • Michelle

        August 08, 2020 at 9:18 pm

        Glad you enjoyed! πŸ™‚

    4. Deanna

      July 14, 2020 at 9:30 pm

      5 stars
      Very easy and very delicious!! Don’t need store bought matcha ice cream anymore! If u a matcha fan gotta try this πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Michelle

        July 14, 2020 at 9:48 pm

        Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it! And you're right -- no need to pay premium price for store-bought matcha ice cream! πŸ˜›

    5. Claudia Lamascolo

      September 20, 2020 at 9:32 am

      5 stars
      very good flavor we will make this often

      Reply
    6. Shadi Hasanzadenemati

      November 18, 2020 at 9:35 am

      5 stars
      Can’t wait to try this, I know it’s going to be a hit!

      Reply
    7. I-Yin

      December 04, 2020 at 4:55 am

      5 stars
      Tried this, it was so easy to make and tasted yummy! Super creamy and just the right level of sweetness. Served it with some chopped roasted pistachio nuts. Heavenly!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        December 04, 2020 at 6:41 am

        Amazing, glad you loved the recipe! πŸ™‚

    8. Vido

      March 05, 2021 at 12:41 pm

      5 stars
      Very easy to make and enjoying the creamy delicious homemade matcha ice cream. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 05, 2021 at 2:00 pm

        Glad to hear it, thank you! πŸ™‚

    9. Claudia Lamascolo

      March 17, 2021 at 4:15 pm

      5 stars
      We tried this after I saw this recipe and it has the best flavor we will be making this again

      Reply
    10. Anjali

      March 17, 2021 at 4:24 pm

      5 stars
      I love matcha but I've never tried matcha ice cream before!! Your recipe looks absolutely delicious and so easy to make!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 18, 2021 at 8:11 am

        Thank you Anjali! It comes together very easily! πŸ™‚

    11. Biana

      March 17, 2021 at 5:33 pm

      5 stars
      Looks amazing, and so simple to make! Will be making it very soon!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 18, 2021 at 8:11 am

        Thanks Biana πŸ™‚

    12. Cathleen

      March 17, 2021 at 6:44 pm

      5 stars
      Okay wait... why have I never made matcha ice cream before??? This is so genius!!! Bookmarked for later, thank you so much for this recipe πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 18, 2021 at 8:11 am

        You're welcome, Cathleen! Hope you enjoy it πŸ™‚

    13. Lima Ekram

      March 17, 2021 at 8:46 pm

      5 stars
      OMG I have to have to have to try this - I love matcha ice cream and did not think that I could make it at home!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 18, 2021 at 8:11 am

        Thank you Lima! πŸ™‚

    14. Vanesa

      March 28, 2021 at 9:21 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious! Super easy to make, very few ingredients and perfect for tea lovers! Thank you for sharing the recipe πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Michelle

        March 29, 2021 at 7:41 am

        Thank you Vanessa! Happy to hear it πŸ™‚

    15. Kim

      April 11, 2021 at 7:16 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! How long does it typically take to get the whipping cream to stiff peaks ? I think I might have underdone it so after 6 hours it will still a bit soft (but still so good). Thanks !

      Reply
      • Michelle

        April 11, 2021 at 7:27 pm

        Hi Kim, it doesn't take too long for the whipping cream to get to stiff peaks. (For either hand whipped with a whisk or with a mixer). One thing to note is that cold heavy cream whips up more easily, so if you had trouble whipping it, try chilling the bowl in the fridge first. Hope that helps!

    16. Kris

      May 18, 2021 at 6:30 pm

      5 stars
      One of my faves and so easy!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        May 18, 2021 at 7:28 pm

        Ahh so glad to hear it, Kris! Thanks for sharing your creation with me on Instagram too! πŸ™‚

    17. Kate

      May 20, 2021 at 9:31 am

      5 stars
      I love the vibrant colour and flavour of matcha and couldn't believe how straightforward and delicious this ice cream was - thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        May 20, 2021 at 10:04 am

        Glad you loved it, Kate! πŸ™‚

    18. Julia

      May 21, 2021 at 10:22 am

      5 stars
      Being such a fan of matcha-everything, i never made an ice cream with it! Glad i did, followed the recipe to a t and it was perfect!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        May 31, 2021 at 8:06 am

        Thanks Julia, happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe!

    19. Bethie Martin

      June 21, 2021 at 10:06 am

      5 stars
      This was the easiest and hands-down the best matcha ice cream recipe I've come across. SOOOOOO tasty! I only wish we had made more!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        June 21, 2021 at 10:45 am

        Thanks for making the recipe and sharing it with me on Instagram, Bethie! Glad you enjoyed it πŸ™‚

    20. Erin

      October 25, 2021 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      Super easy and delish ice cream recipe when you want to curb a Matcha sweet fix fast!
      Love that there is only 4 ingredients and you don’t have to have an ice cream maker either!
      Thank you for a wonderful recipe!
      My version is saved here : https://www.instagram.com/reel/CVcZMSsg-7s/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

      Reply
    21. Arin

      July 23, 2022 at 9:23 pm

      If I wanted a more bitter, and POSSIBLY less creamy version of this, what should I do? Should I just add more matcha powder? Or do I do both add more matcha, reduce a little cream & sugar?

      Reply
      • Michelle

        July 24, 2022 at 7:00 am

        For more bitterness, you can add more matcha powder. If you're using a ceremonial matcha, you can also add a culinary matcha for more earthy flavour.
        If you want it less creamy, try subbing in a portion of half-and-half cream (which is around 10-18% milkfat) for the heavy whipping cream.

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