Just as Serenity and Rose Quartz dominated 2016 as Pantone’s co-Colors of the Year, 2017 has been declared the year of Greenery. The spring-ish green has been popping up everywhere from fashion to foods, especially in our favorite energy booster, matcha green tea. Having flown under the radar of foodies for quite a while now, matcha has become the most Instagrammable morning pick-me-up of recent times. Aside from looking insanely trendy on your feed, the flavor has also been introduced as a vegan and paleo alternative to traditional desserts and beverages, securing its spot on the menu of any reception with a health-conscious or dietary-restricted guest list. Here are 15 matcha-packed sips and bites that will have all of your guests green with envy:
1. Matcha Mojito
2. Matcha Truffles
3. Matcha And Gin
4. Matcha Crepes
5. Matcha Latte
6. Matcha Popsicles
7. Matcha Macarons
8. Matcha Molten Lava Cakes
9. Matcha Gimlet
10. Matcha Lemonade
11. Matcha Cakes
12. Matcha Ginger Affogato
13. Matcha Marshmallows
14. Matcha Mousse Cake
15. Matcha-Covered Strawberries
Matcha-Obsessed Brides Will Go Crazy For These Wedding Menu Additions
Add a little extra verde to your cocktail hour by serving up these tea-infused babies! The tangy combination of lime, mint, and matcha serves as the perfect signature drink to celebrate your wedded bliss. Plus, isn't green the luckiest color to have at your big day
40 Aprons
Sugar and Charm
Flawlessly sneak these healthy little gems into the rest of the truffles on your Venetian table. Not only are they absolutely stunning, but they are an easy way to offer up a guilt-free alternative to the often-gluttonous delights found on dessert tables.
Ascension Kitchen
Lean Green Nutrition Fiend
Gin and tonics are SO late year. Impress your guests by incorporating the matcha trend into this classic cocktail!
Sugar and Charm
Tasting Table
Traditional mille crepe cakes are already a beautiful sight to see at any dessert table. However, take this French favorite to the next level by making them matcha flavored! The muted green will intrigue your hungry wedding-goers and encourage them to try something new!
Eat Drink Shrink
Pretty Cake Machine
Nothing can top the classics. Place this earthy drink on your coffee and tea menu and watch as your guests blow up your social hashtag with steaming sights of green and white!
Cozy Kitchen
Epic Matcha
Let your guests chill out after dinner with these frozen beauties! Green tea-based popsicles straight from the freezer are truly the coolest way to end your reception. Bonus points if you pair that sweet matcha flavor with add-ins and toppings like almonds, blueberries, or a dark chocolate drizzle!
Goodness is Gorgeous
With Food and Love
Macarons are truly the most versatile of the wedding desserts, as they are small, customizable, and come in literally any flavor. So, transform this season's cutest dessert by serving your guests some matcha macarons! Pair the flavor with an Italian buttercream or mint filling for a taste of green tea goodness!
Teresa Floyd Food & Photography
Wonderful DIY
That's right, they're not just for chocolate lovers anymore! Aside from being a baking anomaly, molten lava cakes are super indulgent and have a certain "Wow!" factor to guests. Consider this green goddess as a substitute for any guests with allergies or a curiosity for something new!
Kirbie Craving
Vickii Ma
Add a new twist to this lime-y drink by dropping some fresh-brewed matcha to the mix! It's a signature drink with a lot of color and a lot more flavor.
Mizuba Tea Co.
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This isn't your grandma's front porch lemonade. Add a few cups of chilled green tea to your favorite recipe for a sophisticated play on this childhood favorite! Plus, after the kids have gotten their share, consider spiking this yummy refresher with your favorite liquor to make it the perfect daytime cocktail!
Epic Matcha
The Kitchn
Seriously, what better way to celebrate matcha than placing some matcha into your wedding cake? Be subtle by incorporating some light green tea notes into your cake's batter, or really commit to the flavor profile by pairing it with black sesame buttercream on top! Either way, your guests' taste buds will be thanking you.
Sprinkle Bakes
Twiggy Studios
Taken from the Italian word for "drowned", this play on an espresso affogato pairs a cool scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or gelato with smooth, silky green tea syrup. While the taste is all-natural, the presentation is definitely out of this world!
The Broken Bread
Veggies Cravings
They're fun, squishy, and oh-so-yummy. It's a fact that homemade marshmallows are a fabulous and thoughtful addition to any coffee or dessert menu. Be the bride that goes the extra mile by adding a matcha flavor to these adorable little treats, along with your other favorites!
40 Aprons
Bo Jon Gourmet
Who says mousse can only be chocolate or strawberry? Switch up this fluffy dessert by placing a matcha mousse cake at your table. Not only will your vegan friends thank you for being so considerate, but you'll be the super-trendy bride who served up a new spin on a traditional dish!
Lands and Flavors
Jean Cazals
Strawberries and green tea? Yes please. Test out these matcha-covered rubies for your dessert table or for your next dinner party! Plus, we would love these for Valentine's Day, just saying.
The Broken Bread
Aiya America