This holiday matcha white chocolate bark is indulgent and ideal for a holiday treat. Made with creamy white chocolate and matcha green tea powder, it’s a beautiful, festive dessert perfect for sharing. Matcha’s earthy, umami notes balance the sweetness of white chocolate, creating a rich bark without being overwhelming. It's also visually stunning thanks to matcha’s signature green hue. Finish with your favorite toppings, and pass it out as an easy homemade gift, a tasty addition to your holiday spread, or a simple way to satisfy a sweet craving.
Why matcha is great for baking with
If you’ve never used matcha powder in your baked goods, you’re missing out! Matcha is uniquely suited for baking and desserts because it’s made from finely ground whole green tea leaves, meaning you’re incorporating the entire leaf, not just an extract or infusion. This gives your desserts both flavor and functional benefits.
In sweets, matcha:
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Balances sweetness with umami and depth
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Adds natural color without artificial dyes
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Holds its flavor well when mixed into fats like chocolate or butter
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Provides antioxidants, even in small amounts
What Type of Matcha to Use
For baking and confections, culinary grade matcha is the best choice.
Culinary matcha is:
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More robust in flavor, so it doesn’t get lost among sweet or rich ingredients
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Cost-effective, making it ideal for recipes that use larger quantities
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Slightly bolder, which helps balance the sweetness
Unlike ceremonial matcha, which is designed to be whisked and sipped on its own, culinary matcha shines when blended into recipes like bark, cookies, cakes, and lattes. It delivers that signature matcha taste without overpowering or wasting a delicate, higher-grade tea.
Check out our Organic Chef's Choice Culinary Matcha here!
Ingredients
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8 oz white chocolate, chips, or chopped
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1 tablespoon culinary grade matcha
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Chopped toppings of choice (nuts, dried fruit, seeds, or coconut)
Directions
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Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper and set aside.
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Gently melt ⅔ of the white chocolate to 115°F using a double boiler or low heat.
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Remove from heat and stir in the remaining white chocolate until the mixture cools to about 90°F and is smooth and glossy.
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Sift the matcha into the melted chocolate and mix thoroughly until fully combined and evenly green.
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Pour the chocolate onto the prepared tray and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle with your chosen toppings.
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Let sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes, or refrigerate for 5–10 minutes until firm.
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Once set, break into pieces and wrap or store in an airtight container.
Tips & Variations
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Always sift matcha to avoid clumps and ensure a smooth finish.
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Add some extras: Pistachios, almonds, dried cherries, or coconut all complement matcha well.
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Store properly: Keep finished bark in a cool, dry place away from heat and light.
The Bottom Line
This holiday matcha white chocolate bark is an easy and fun way to bake with matcha. It’s perfect for a home-made Christmas gift, or as an addition to your dessert table.
