Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of Kukicha tea, cooled
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of matcha powder
Special Equipment Needed:
- Popsicle molds
- Blender
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine the cooled Kukicha tea, honey, lemon juice, and matcha powder. Blend until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into the popsicle molds, leaving a bit of space at the top.
3. Place the popsicle molds in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until completely frozen.
4. To remove the popsicles from the molds, run the molds under warm water for a few seconds.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 hours
Temperature: Freezer temperature
Serving Size: Makes 8 popsicles
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 40
Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Protein: 0 g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- If you don’t have Kukicha tea, you can use green tea instead.
- If you don’t have honey, you can use agave nectar or maple syrup instead.
- If you don’t have lemon juice, you can use lime juice instead.
Variations:
- You can add other flavors to the popsicles, such as ginger, mint, or vanilla.
- You can also add other ingredients, such as fresh fruit or nuts.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to leave some space at the top of the popsicle molds so that the mixture doesn’t overflow when it freezes.
- If you want to make the popsicles extra creamy, you can add a few tablespoons of coconut milk to the mixture.
Storage Instructions:
Store the popsicles in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Reheating Instructions:
These popsicles do not need to be reheated.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the popsicles on a platter with fresh fruit and mint leaves.
- Place the popsicles in individual cups and garnish with edible flowers.
Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Mint leaves
- Edible flowers
Pairings:
- These popsicles pair well with other light and refreshing desserts, such as fruit sorbet or meringue.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- These popsicles can be served as a light dessert or snack.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the popsicles are too hard to remove from the molds, run the molds under warm water for a few seconds.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to store the popsicles in an airtight container in the freezer to prevent them from becoming contaminated.
Food History:
Kukicha tea is a type of Japanese green tea made from the stems and stalks of the tea plant. It has a light and nutty flavor and is often used in desserts and other sweet dishes.
Flavor Profiles:
These popsicles have a light and nutty flavor from the Kukicha tea, with a hint of sweetness from the honey and a refreshing tartness from the lemon juice.
Serving Suggestions:
These popsicles are perfect for a light and refreshing snack or dessert. They can also be served as a palate cleanser between courses.
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Taste: Refreshing, Nutty, Sweet, Earthy