Pro Tips for best Matcha Candy
This matcha candy recipe works great as it is, but there are a few tips you can use to make the best matcha candy.
- Sift the matcha: This ensures no lumps form in your candy mixture, resulting in a smooth texture of your matcha candy.
- Control the drying environment: A dry, well-ventilated space works best for even crystallization of your matcha candy.
- Experiment with shapes: Try cutting the jelly into geometric shapes for a polished, modern twist on traditional Japanese matcha candy.
Speaking of matcha candy, there's actually a really interesting story about one of the most famous types of matcha candy and you can find it here 👉 The Sweet Saga of Matcha Kit Kat: Tea Meets Chocolate
Why You'll Love This Recipe
This matcha candy recipe combines the artistry of kohakuto with the earthy sweetness of matcha tea.
Not only is it fun to make, but the finished candies make a unique gift or a show-stopping addition to a tea party. Plus, as far as Japanese matcha candy goes, this recipe is as authentic as it gets!
If you want more matcha desserts, we put together a list of all our best tea based recipes here 👉 The 4 Best Types of Genmaicha Dessert
