Easy Matcha Pudding (4 Ingredients) Recipe
This Easy Matcha Pudding is a creamy and delightful dessert made with just four simple ingredients, combining the earthy flavors of matcha with smooth oat milk and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for a refreshing treat that requires minimal effort and no baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Gelatin Mix
- 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder (1 envelope)
- ¼ cup oat milk (to melt the gelatin)
Matcha Milk Base
- 2 cups oat milk
- ¼ cup organic cane sugar (or any white sugar)
- 2 tablespoons matcha powder (plus more for dusting)
Garnish
- Non-dairy whipped cream
- Crushed pistachio
Instructions
- Bloom the Gelatin: In a microwavable cup, combine the gelatin powder and ¼ cup oat milk. Whisk immediately with a fork until well mixed, then let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid and become spongy.
- Warm the Milk and Sugar: In a saucepan, gently warm 2 cups oat milk with the cane sugar, stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves completely. Ensure the mixture does not boil.
- Prepare Matcha Mixture: Sift 2 tablespoons of matcha powder into a small bowl. Remove 4 tablespoons of the warm milk-sugar mix and whisk it into the matcha powder using a bamboo whisk or fork until smooth and lump-free.
- Combine Matcha and Milk: Stir the matcha mixture back into the warm milk-sugar blend, mixing thoroughly to create a consistent matcha milk base.
- Dissolve the Gelatin: Microwave the gelatin and oat milk mixture in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the gelatin completely dissolves. Alternatively, melt it in a double boiler over gentle heat, stirring constantly without boiling.
- Incorporate Gelatin: Pour the dissolved gelatin mixture into the matcha milk base and stir well to ensure even distribution.
- Chill the Pudding: Pour the combined mixture into individual cups and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
- Garnish and Serve: Once set, optionally top with non-dairy whipped cream, dust with additional matcha powder, and sprinkle with crushed pistachios for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Do not boil the milk or gelatin mixtures as it can weaken the gelatin’s ability to set properly.
- Use a fine sieve to sift matcha powder to avoid lumps in the pudding.
- Oat milk can be substituted with any other plant-based milk for different flavors.
- For a firmer texture, increase gelatin by 0.5 teaspoons if desired.
- Chill time can be extended beyond 4 hours for a more set pudding.
