Whipped Matcha Ganache Frosting

Oct 24

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I love this whipped matcha ganache frosting for Halloween time because it is the perfect color- reminiscent of slime or goo and kinda spooky. This whipped matcha ganache pairs so well with my Buttermilk Black Cocoa Cake, which is also perfect for halloween with its deep black color.

What is whipped matcha ganache frosting?

Whipped matcha ganache is basically white chocolate ganache plus matcha. After the ganache cools, we whip it to give it a super light and fluffy texture. It's so perfect for piping or spreading on treats!

What do I need to make this matcha frosting?

One of my favorite things about this recipe is that it's super easy to make and only requires three ingredients. Here's what you'll need to make this matcha ganache:

White chocolate: use good quality white chocolate bars for best results. I like Ghirardelli white chocolate bars.
Heavy whipping cream: basically the glue that holds this ganache together! And the reason this ganache frosting gets fluffy when whipped.
Matcha: Use any grade you have on-hand or one you particularly like. I recommend using a culinary grade or ceremonial grade, for the brightest color.

How to make whipped matcha ganache frosting

You can make this frosting in a few simple steps!

ONE: First, make the matcha ganache: Chop up the white chocolate bars into small pieces and add them to a heat-proof bowl. Then add the heavy whipping cream to a small saucepan on the stove and heat until it starts steaming. Pour the hot heavy cream over the chopped white chocolate and let it stand for about 5 minutes. Using a whisk, combine the chocolate with the cream until it's smooth. Lastly, sift in the matcha. Whisk until it's combined.

TWO: Next, place the ganache in the fridge to let it cool. To speed up the cooling time, keep it in the fridge for about 30 minutes and stir it every 10 minutes. The perfect consistency for this matcha ganache will be solid, but still soft.

THREE: Once you have reached the perfect consistency for the matcha ganache, it's time to whip it! You can do this in the bowl of a stand mixer or using a handheld electric mixer. Whip the ganache on high speed until it has almost doubled in volume, becomes fluffy, and is lighter in color.

You can make this whipped matcha ganache ahead and store it in the fridge until you're ready to use it. Just make sure to let the matcha frosting stand at room temperature and give it a quick whip before using it.

What else can I use this whipped matcha ganache frosting for?

Use this whipped matcha ganache frosting to:

Frost a cake- sheet cake or layer cake!
Cupcakes: pipe this gorgeous green matcha frosting onto some cupcakes for a pop of color, or to pair with a matcha cake.
Use as a filling: fill donuts, cream puffs, etc.
Cookies: This whipped matcha ganache frosting would be super good on top of a soft sugar cookie or cookie bars.

Halloween Cupcakes

Like I said before, I think this whipped matcha ganache frosting is so perfect for decorating Halloween cupcakes! The color reminds me of goo and witches... Just me?

The cupcakes in these photos here are made with my Buttermilk Black Cocoa Cake. I love how the super rich black color pairs with the bright, spooky green whipped matcha ganache frosting.

These cupcakes with whipped matcha ganache frosting are also garnished with Halloween themed peeps! I used toothpicks and then stuck them in the center of the cupcake for an easy but cute Halloween decoration.

You can also decorate these cupcakes with some cute halloween sprinkles, or homemade edible halloween decorations like the ghosts on my Buttermilk Black Cocoa Cake. Candy corn, candy pumpkins, and gummy eyeballs are all great choices too!