Imagine sipping a warm cup of tranquility that also tickles your taste buds. The vibrant world of matcha and sencha is packed with delightful flavors and health benefits that are hard to resist. Let’s explore some scrumptious recipes that turn these green teas into something truly special!
Matcha Green Tea Latte

Matcha green tea latte (hot or iced) from Japan Centre
Rating: 4. Ingredients: 5 min Total Time: 5 min.
Picture a creamy, dreamy drink that warms your soul. This Matcha Green Tea Latte blends the earthy taste of matcha with the sweetness of milk (or your favorite milk alternative). The combination is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a comforting hug in a mug!
Ingredients: Matcha powder, hot water, milk (or almond milk), honey or maple syrup.
What makes this latte popular is how easy it is to whip up. Just whisk the matcha with hot water until smooth, then add steamed milk and a drizzle of honey for sweetness. It’s perfect any time of day, whether you need a morning boost or a cozy evening drink.
Sencha Lemonade

Matcha green tea latte (hot or iced) from Japan Centre
Rating: 4. Ingredients: Matcha green tea, sugar, hot milk Total Time: 5 mins.

How to Make Matcha Latte (Recipe) from Ippodo Tea
Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: Matcha, milk Total Time: 5 mins.

Warm Spiced Green Tea Latte from Yu Tea
Rating: 5. Ingredients: Matcha, soy milk, honey, yu, ginger Total Time: 10 mins.
Think of a refreshing drink that dances on your palate! Sencha Lemonade is a delightful twist on the classic lemonade, infusing bright citrus with the grassy notes of sencha. This drink is as refreshing as a summer breeze and will leave you feeling revitalized.
Ingredients: Sencha tea bags, fresh lemons, sugar or agave syrup, and cold water.
This recipe is a crowd-pleaser for hot days, bringing together the best of both worlds: the refreshing zing of lemonade and the soothing properties of green tea. Brew the sencha, mix it with lemon juice and sweetener, and serve it over ice. You might just find yourself sipping this all summer long!
Matcha Energy Bites

Matcha Pistachio Energy Balls from Downshiftology
Rating: 5. Ingredients: 35 min Total Time: 35 min.

No Bake Matcha Cookie Dough Energy Bites from Hummusapien
Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: 10 min Total Time: 10 min.
Imagine little bites of energy packed with flavor! These Matcha Energy Bites are a fantastic snack that combines the vibrant taste of matcha with wholesome ingredients like oats and nuts. They’re perfect for a quick pick-me-up during the day.
Ingredients: Oats, matcha powder, almond butter, honey, and mini chocolate chips.
What makes these bites so special is their convenience. Just mix all the ingredients, roll them into balls, and chill. They’re easy to prepare, and you can take them anywhere — perfect for school lunches, post-workout snacks, or just when you need a little energy boost!
Sencha Ice Cream Float
Melon soda float from Japan Centre
Rating: 4. Ingredients: 5 min Total Time: 5 min.
Matcha Latte Float from Cooking with a Wallflower –
Ingredients: 5 min Total Time: 5 min.
How to Make Iced Matcha Latte (Recipe) from Ippodo Tea
Rating: 4.6. Ingredients: 5 min Total Time: 5 min.
Imagine a dessert that’s both refreshing and indulgent! The Sencha Ice Cream Float takes the classic ice cream float to a whole new level with the addition of sencha tea. It’s a dreamy combination of creamy and refreshing that you’ll want to enjoy all year round.
Ingredients: Brewed sencha tea, vanilla ice cream, and a splash of soda water.
This float is special because it brings together creamy ice cream with the delicate flavors of sencha. Pour the brewed tea over a scoop of ice cream and top it with a splash of soda water for a fizzy finish. It’s a fun treat that’s sure to impress your friends and family!
Matcha Chia Pudding
Think of a dessert that’s both nutritious and indulgent! Matcha Chia Pudding is a delightful blend of creamy and crunchy textures, with a vibrant green color that makes it visually appealing. This pudding is as tasty as it is healthy, making it a perfect breakfast or snack.
Ingredients: Chia seeds, almond milk, matcha powder, honey, and fresh fruit for topping.
This recipe stands out because it’s super easy to make and packed with nutrients. Just mix the chia seeds, almond milk, matcha, and sweetener, then let it sit overnight. In the morning, top it with your favorite fruits to make it even more delicious. It’s a great way to start your day with a boost of energy!
Sencha Infused Rice

Ochazuke with Sencha Ariake from Palais des Thés
Ingredients: Sesame seeds, short grain rice, nori seaweed Total Time: 55 mins.

{Recipe Redux} Green Tea Rice from The Lean Green Bean
Ingredients: Green tea, green onions Total Time: 35 mins.

Ochazuke (Green Tea Over Rice) from Just One Cookbook
Rating: 4.8. Ingredients: Green tea leaves, puffed rice, soy sauce, wasabi, salted salmon Total Time: 30 mins.
Imagine rice that’s not just a side dish, but a flavor-packed star of the meal! Sencha Infused Rice adds a unique twist to your regular rice, infusing it with the soothing flavors of sencha. It’s a simple recipe that elevates any meal.
Ingredients: Jasmine or basmati rice, sencha tea bags, water, and a pinch of salt.
This dish is special because it transforms plain rice into something extraordinary. Just brew the sencha and use it as the cooking liquid for your rice. The result is light, fragrant rice that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or vegetables. It’s a lovely way to impress your dinner guests!