Matcha recipes

From simple drinks to sophisticated desserts, freshly-ground matcha’s umami sweetness adds depth and dimension.

Three fluffy pieces of bright green SingleThread cheesecake, sitting on a cake platter.

Matcha Japanese Cheesecake

The smooth umami of freshly-ground matcha matches the light creaminess of a Japanese-style cheesecake.

Matcha Japanese Cheesecake

The smooth umami of freshly-ground matcha matches the light creaminess of a Japanese-style cheesecake.

Two triangular, spongy green matcha steam cakes, facing each other on a wooden board.

Matcha steam cakes

A delectable steam cake that carries the flavors of matcha wonderfully.

Matcha steam cakes

A delectable steam cake that carries the flavors of matcha wonderfully.

A warm cup of matcha-infused apple cider surrounded with pine needles and cinnamon sticks.

Matcha mulled cider

Natural fruit sugars and with grassy subtlety in this traditional holiday beverage.

Matcha mulled cider

Natural fruit sugars and with grassy subtlety in this traditional holiday beverage.

Cuzen Matcha, herb, parmesan and panko panade on black cod by SingleThread.

Matcha herb panade

A vibrant and herbaceous matcha crust for white fish or other baked dishes.

Matcha herb panade

A vibrant and herbaceous matcha crust for white fish or other baked dishes.

Cuzen Matcha chawan-mushi, garnished with a nest of green onion, by SingleThread.

Matcha chawan-mushi with negi

This steamed egg custard is a beautiful vessel for expressing delicate flavors such as the pleasant bitter earthiness of matcha.

Matcha chawan-mushi with negi

This steamed egg custard is a beautiful vessel for expressing delicate flavors such as the pleasant bitter earthiness of matcha.

A bright green matcha ginger beer with basil in a tall cocktail glass.

Matcha ginger beer

Ginger’s zesty citrus and matcha’s smooth umami collide in a refreshing bittersweet explosion.

Matcha ginger beer

Ginger’s zesty citrus and matcha’s smooth umami collide in a refreshing bittersweet explosion.

An above view of a matcha hot chocolate with fresh whipped cream and an artistic dusting of matcha powder, by SingleThread.

Matcha hot chocolate

Umami undertones and cool whipped cream bring a springtime air to this favorite classic.

Matcha hot chocolate

Umami undertones and cool whipped cream bring a springtime air to this favorite classic.

A generous serving of matcha sabayon is dolloped over a bowl of citrus fruits, by SingleThread.

Matcha sabayon

An aerated matcha custard, made using a French technique through a SingleThread lens. 

Matcha sabayon

An aerated matcha custard, made using a French technique through a SingleThread lens. 

A bowl of bright green shaved ice, garnished with edible flowers and fruit.

Matcha granita

An energetic umami boost to an icy Italian breakfast treat.

Matcha granita

An energetic umami boost to an icy Italian breakfast treat.

 Tofu matcha sauce accompanying spears of asparagus, garnished with sprigs of fennel.

Tofu matcha sauce

A creamy versatile matcha sauce elevated with tangy yuzu.

Tofu matcha sauce

A creamy versatile matcha sauce elevated with tangy yuzu.

SingleThread recipe collection

SingleThread is a Sonoma County restaurant-farm-inn, where the master chef borrows from Japanese culinary styles and aesthetics.

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SingleThread’s internationally-renowned Chef Kyle Connaughton collaborated with Cuzen to deliver original recipes using freshly-ground matcha.

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