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Ombré Hojicha & Matcha Mille Crepe Cake

It has been nearly half a year since my last venture into making a mille crepe cake, and this time, I’m excited to share my recipe for an Ombré Hojicha & Matcha Mille Crepe Cake. After numerous attempts and some trial and error with my Purple Yam Mille Crepe Cake, I finally mastered the technique. This cake features a beautiful triple-layer design, incorporating hojicha, matcha, and genmaicha crepes. To enhance the flavor, I used hojicha and matcha whipped cream between the layers, adding a rich, aromatic taste to each bite.

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Airy Nama Chocolate

Looking for a delightful last-minute Valentine’s Day gift? This recipe for Airy Nama Chocolate is just what you need. With only three simple ingredients and a preparation time of under 20 minutes, it’s a quick and delicious treat that anyone can make. Recently, I had the pleasure of collaborating with MUJI Canada and Paragon Tea Room to host a virtual workshop via Zoom. If you missed the workshop, don’t worry—I’ve included the video, recipe, and answers to some frequently asked questions below.

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Mini Coffee & Matcha Roti Buns (Kopi Roti)

Lately, I’ve been using a lot of butter experimenting with these delightful Mini Coffee & Matcha Roti Buns. I was pleasantly surprised by how simple they are to make, yet they deliver a deliciously fluffy and airy texture with a perfectly crisp coating. To add an extra touch, I even whipped up some Matcha Butter to use as a filling for the matcha buns. Here’s a detailed guide on how to make these scrumptious buns at home.

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Matcha & Strawberry Basque Burnt Cheesecake

Celebrate the arrival of Spring in Vancouver with our delectable two-layered Matcha Basque Burnt Cheesecake topped with Strawberry Mousse. The harmonious blend of matcha and strawberries offers an addictive contrast of flavors. Adding the creamy mousse atop the Basque cheesecake creates a delightful textural difference that elevates this dessert to new heights.

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Tang Yuan with Matcha Lava Filling

Tang Yuan, or sweet glutinous rice balls, are often enjoyed with traditional fillings like black sesame or peanut, which have always been some of my favorites. However, this year, I wanted to try something different and use up some leftover ingredients from my Airy Nama Chocolate experiment. The result is a delightful new creation: Tang Yuan with Matcha Lava Filling. After numerous trials to perfect the water-to-powder ratio for the filling, I’ve simplified the process so you can enjoy this fun and easy recipe without the hassle.

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Matcha Soy Milk Pudding with Japanese Dango

I thought today was National Matcha Day, but I realized that’s celebrated only in the US. Regardless, I decided to make a quick and simple matcha dessert: Matcha Soy Milk Pudding. For all the matcha lovers out there, every day can be matcha day! This recipe uses just five simple ingredients and takes only 10 minutes to prepare. You can make it the night before and enjoy it as an afternoon tea treat the next day.

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