Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these delightful Cacao Matcha Cups, featuring rich, creamy cacao and vibrant, earthy matcha layers. These no-bake, freezer-set treats are naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey and made with wholesome coconut oil and milk, perfect for a festive and healthful indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Cacao Layer
- 1/2 cup cacao powder
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Matcha Layer
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (or other milk of choice)
- 1 tbsp matcha powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep the Molds: Line a mini muffin tin or silicone mold with cupcake liners, or lightly grease the molds with coconut oil to ensure the cups do not stick after setting.
- Make the Cacao Layer: In a medium bowl, mix together cacao powder, melted coconut oil, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and fully combined.
- Fill the Molds with Cacao: Spoon the cacao mixture into each mold, filling halfway. Place the mold in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to let the cacao layer firm up.
- Make the Matcha Layer: Gently warm the coconut milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- Combine Matcha Ingredients: Whisk in matcha powder, maple syrup or honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract into the warm coconut milk until smooth and well combined.
- Add the Matcha Layer: Carefully spoon the matcha mixture over the set cacao layer in each mold, filling to the top.
- Smooth the Tops: Use the back of a spoon or a small spatula to gently smooth the surface of each cup for a neat finish.
- Freeze to Set: Return the filled molds to the freezer and allow them to set completely for about 30 minutes or until fully firm.
- Serve and Store: Remove the cups from the mold once set, and store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer until ready to serve.
- Garnish (Optional): Sprinkle a little matcha powder or add cacao nibs on top for extra flavor and decoration before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey for natural sweetness but avoid for a strict vegan version.
- Use silicone molds for easier removal of the cups.
- These cups are best stored in the freezer and can be thawed slightly before serving for a softer texture.
- Feel free to experiment with alternative milk options such as almond or oat milk.
- To avoid bitterness, do not overheat the coconut milk when preparing the matcha layer.
