Frozen Yogurt Matcha Pistachio (Printer-friendly)

A creamy frozen yogurt base swirled with vibrant matcha, pistachio cream, and fresh berry purees for a light indulgence.

# Ingredient List:

→ Yogurt Base

01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
02 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Swirl Components

04 - 2 teaspoons matcha powder
05 - 1 tablespoon warm water
06 - 3 tablespoons pistachio cream or smooth pistachio butter
07 - 1/4 cup fresh raspberries
08 - 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
09 - 2 teaspoons sugar or agave syrup (divided)

→ Toppings

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
11 - 1/4 cup mixed fresh berries (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries), sliced if large

# How-To Steps:

01 - Line a 9x13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, mix Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Evenly spread the yogurt mixture onto the parchment-lined baking sheet to a thickness of approximately 1/2 inch.
04 - Whisk matcha powder with warm water in a small bowl until a smooth paste forms.
05 - Warm pistachio cream slightly if it is too thick to drizzle smoothly.
06 - In separate small bowls, mash raspberries and blueberries each with 1 teaspoon sugar or agave syrup until saucy but retaining some texture.
07 - Drop spoonfuls of matcha paste, pistachio cream, raspberry puree, and blueberry puree over the yogurt base. Use a skewer or knife to swirl gently, creating a marbled effect.
08 - Sprinkle chopped pistachios and mixed fresh berries evenly over the top.
09 - Freeze uncovered for at least 3 hours, or until completely firm.
10 - Once frozen, break or cut into pieces. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like a fancy dessert but comes together in just 15 minutes of actual work.
  • The swirls of matcha and pistachio cream make it look like you've done something special, even though it's nearly impossible to mess up.
  • It's protein-packed and refreshing, so you don't feel guilty reaching for another piece.
  • Breaking it into bark pieces gives you that satisfying crunch moment that frozen yogurt alone never delivers.
02 -
  • If your matcha doesn't dissolve into a smooth paste first, it will leave gritty streaks through your bark that feel chalky instead of silky.
  • Breaking the bark with your hands creates more interesting pieces than cutting, and they taste better somehow—texture matters.
  • Freezing uncovered initially prevents condensation from making everything weep and separate; you can transfer to a container after it's solid.
03 -
  • Slightly warming your pistachio cream before drizzling prevents thick clumps and creates better marbling.
  • If berries are very soft, mash them with a fork just before spreading so they stay vibrant and saucy.
  • Skewers create finer swirls than knives, giving you more control over the final pattern.
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