Matcha Dusted Chocolate Almonds
Give your dessert a major glow-up with these homemade matcha chocolate almonds — crunchy, creamy, and just fancy enough to impress (yourself or your guests). Perfect as an ice cream topper or a quick sweet snack on their own, they add the perfect bite of matcha magic.
You’ll Need:
- Ice cream of choice (vanilla, coconut, or pistachio work beautifully)
- A handful of whole almonds
- ~100g white chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1–1½ tsp premium matcha powder @matchaunion
- Optional: extra matcha powder for dusting
Method:
1️⃣ Melt the white chocolate with coconut oil in a bowl (microwave in short bursts or use a double boiler).
2️⃣ Once smooth, stir in matcha powder until fully combined and green.
3️⃣ Add almonds and toss to coat evenly in the matcha chocolate mixture.
4️⃣ Use a fork to transfer coated almonds to a parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for 10–15 minutes until set.
5️⃣ Dust with extra matcha powder for a vibrant, earthy finish.
6️⃣ Scoop your ice cream and top generously with your matcha almonds.
Why You’ll Love It:
✔️ Just a few ingredients
✔️ A delicious contrast of creamy + crunchy
✔️ Turns any dessert into a matcha moment
Pro tip: make a batch and store the almonds in an airtight container — ready to toss on yogurt, oatmeal, smoothie bowls… or straight into your mouth.
