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White Chocolate Matcha Tart Recipe

Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 360kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups 150 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 tablespoons 110 g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2-3 tablespoons cold water
  • 4 oz white chocolate chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder
  • 1/4 cup sugar for the filling, adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup milk or additional cream
  • Optional: white chocolate shavings or extra matcha dust for garnish

Instructions

  • Make the crust: In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Drop in cold butter and blitz with a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add just enough water to bring it together. Form into a disk, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Roll and bake the crust: Roll the dough to about 12 inches in diameter. Fit into a 9-inch tart pan, trim the edges, and chill 15 minutes. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-18 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
  • Make the filling: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with a little milk to make a slurry. In a saucepan, heat cream and milk until just simmering. Remove from heat and whisk in white chocolate until melted and smooth. Stir in the slurry to thicken a bit.
  • Add color and flavor: Sift in matcha powder and sugar. Whisk until fully incorporated and smooth. Return to a gentle simmer for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  • Assemble: Pour the warm filling into the cooled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. If you like, tap the pan to release any air bubbles.
  • Chill: Refrigerate 2-3 hours, or until set. Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.