Matcha Tiramisu Bar

Make an elegant matcha tiramisu bar with layers of creamy mascarpone and ladyfingers soaked in matcha. It all comes together in a heavenly, rich, decadent bite of green tea flavour. A refreshing twist on a classic dessert!

Making a matcha tiramisu bar is a brilliant idea, especially if you love fusion desserts with a modern twist. Tiramisu might be an Italian classic, but have you ever tried Matcha Tiramisu? Japan’s love for matcha green tea totally shines in this dessert, giving it a super cool twist. It blends the elegance of classic Italian tiramisu with the earthy, slightly bitter edge of Japanese matcha, and when served as bars, it becomes an easy-to-slice, crowd-pleasing treat.

This Matcha Tiramisu is stacked with creamy, matcha-flavored goodness and soft ladyfingers. The green layers are so pretty, and it looks fancy, but tastes even better! The combo of rich matcha and smooth mascarpone, plus ladyfingers soaked in matcha espresso, gives you the perfect mix of bitter and sweet in every bite.

And let’s not forget matcha powder – it’s not just delicious, it’s also packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, so this dessert is kind of healthy, too! Whether you’re having an afternoon hangout, celebrating something special, or just want a chill dessert on a warm day, Matcha Tiramisu is perfect anytime.

Here are some reasons why Matcha Tiramisu Bars are a Great Idea:

• First, a Unique flavor profile
  The creamy mascarpone layer pairs beautifully with the bold, grassy notes of matcha. It’s less sweet than traditional tiramisu, but not bitter only from matcha, which I love, including many people love.
• Secondly, visually stunning and Instagram-worthy
  The vibrant green color of matcha gives your dessert a fresh, natural look — perfect for a minimalist, modern, or Japanese-inspired presentation. With clean layers, a dusting of matcha on top, and maybe a gold leaf or two, this dessert is seriously photogenic.
• Third, Portable & shareable
  Turning tiramisu into bars makes it easy to serve for parties, picnics, or lunchboxes—no spoons or scooping needed!
• Lastly, Customizable
  You can make it as you like, like mine by making this matcha tiramisu in bars. For ingredients, you can add white chocolate to the mascarpone for extra richness.

What works about this simple recipe is that the matcha powder balances out the sweetness from the mascarpone, making it not too sweet. And we all know that’s the ultimate compliment for a dessert. 🙂 With its beautiful layers of vivid matcha green and velvety cream white, the Matcha Tiramisu bar is guaranteed to leave your guests in awe!

Ingredients of Matcha Tiramisu Bar

• Lady fingers; These are the base and structure of your tiramisu. They soak up the matcha dipping liquid and create those soft, layered bars. Crisp to start with, but they become tender and cake-like after absorbing liquid and cream.

Matcha mascarpone cream

• Egg; used to make a light custard, it adds richness and a velvety texture.
• Sugar; here, I use white granulated sugar
• pinch of salt; Enhances all the other flavors and deepens the taste of the matcha.
• Vanilla extract
• Mascarpone cheese: The creamy heart of tiramisu! It gives the dessert its signature smooth, rich texture without being too heavy.
• Heavy cream; Whipped and folded in for lightness. It makes the cream airy and gives your bars that mousse-like mouthfeel.
• Matcha Powder: This is the star! Choose a culinary-grade matcha with a vibrant green color and clean taste. It adds depth and that signature green tea flavor. For a more matcha-tasty, you can use ceremonial grade matcha.
• Water

Matcha Dipping Liquid for Tiramisu

• Matcha Powder
• Water

How to Make Matcha Tiramisu Bar

1. Prepare the Matcha Dipping Liquid

First things first, prepare a bowl, whisk 10 teaspoons of matcha powder with a little water until smooth. Gradually add the remaining water, whisking continuously until the matcha powder is completely dissolved.

2. Prepare the Matcha Mascarpone Cream

In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water and whisk until the mixture is smooth, pale, and slightly thickened.

Then, remove the bowl from the heat and whisk in vanilla extract and mascarpone until combined.

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until firm. And gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until smooth and well blended.

Lastly, in a small bowl, combine the matcha powder with the water, stir until no lumps form, then whisk into the mascarpone cream until well combined.

3. Assemble the Tiramisu

Now, prepare a bar-shaped mold the same length as the ladyfingers.

First, fill a piping bag with the matcha mascarpone cream, then fill the top of the mold with the cream until it fills half the mold.

Dip each ladyfinger briefly into the matcha dipping liquid. Be careful not to dip them too long or they may become soggy.

Then, place the dipped ladyfingers on the bottom of the previously topped mascarpone cream. Next, repeat the process on the other side until the ingredients are used up.

Finally, chill the tiramisu for at least 2 hours in the freezer, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to blend and the texture to set.

After resting in the refrigerator until it hardens, remove the tiramisu from the mold and serve with a sprinkle of matcha powder on top.

Matcha Tiramisu Bar is ready to serve and can be served with coffee or matcha. Also, sprinkling some chocolate meses (those classic Indonesian chocolate sprinkles) on top of your Matcha Tiramisu is a total game-changer. It adds a fun, chocolatey crunch that pairs perfectly with the creamy matcha layers. Plus, it gives your dessert that extra flair—like a little party on top! 🎉🍫

Recipe Notes

• Make sure to keep the tiramisu in the chiller until it is firm enough to remove from the mold.
• This tiramisu can be refrigerated for up to 3-5 days, but is best enjoyed fresh after sitting overnight.

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