Matcha and Pistachio: The Perfect Combination

DifficultyBeginner

Matcha and pistachio are two flavors that perfectly complement each other. The vibrant green color of matcha and the nutty, creamy taste of pistachios make for a delicious and visually stunning pairing. If you're looking for a recipe that incorporates both of these flavors, look no further than this Matcha Pistachio Slice recipe from Gaia Tree.

This recipe is a twist on the classic lemon slice, substituting matcha and pistachios for the lemon flavor. It's a no-bake recipe, making it easy to prepare and perfect for those who don't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Here's what you'll need to make this delicious treat:

Matcha and pistachio raw slice made of a hemp base layer, matcha pistachio filling and chocolate top layer
Yields10 Servings
Prep Time30 mins
INGREDIENTS
For hemp base:
 100 g Oat flour
 50 g Hemp seeds
 30 g Maple syrup
 30 g Coconut oil
For matcha pistachio layer:
 100 g Pistachio nuts - raw
 100 g Coconut butter - softened(and yes, this is different to coconut oil)
 200 g Cashew butter
 100 g Maple Syrup
 2 tsp Matcha powder
Chocolate layer:
 200 g Dark chocolate
 30 g Coconut oil
METHOD
Hemp base:
1

Place the oat flour, hemp seeds, coconut oil and maple syrup into a food processor and blitz for 1-2 minutes until it forms a rough and crumbly dough. You will know that is it ready when you are be able to press the dough together and it holds its shape.

2

Transfer the dough mix into a lined 20x20cm square baking pan and press the mix evenly along the base. Set aside.

Matcha pistachio layer:
3

Place the pistachio nuts into a food processor and pulse to roughly chop the nuts. Remove the chopped nuts from the food processor and and set aside.

4

Using the food processor again, place the coconut butter, cashew butter, maple syrup and matcha powder and blitz until creamy and fully combined.

5

Add the chopped pistachio nuts into the matcha mix and use a spoon to combine. Save some chopped pistachio for topping (optional).

6

Transfer the matcha pistachio filling onto the hemp base and flatten using the back of a spoon. Set aside.

Chocolate layer:
7

Roughly chop and melt the dark chocolate along with coconut oil in the microwave or bain marie.

8

Pour chocolate over the matcha pistachio layer and top with pistachio nuts if using.

9

Place the tray in the fridge for 4-6 hours or overnight until the slice has set fully. Cut and enjoy when ready.

10

Store in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

These cookies are great to make with kids and are sure to be a hit at Halloween parties or as a special treat for trick-or-treaters. So, get in the Halloween spirit and try making these Chocolate Top Witches Hat cookies from Gaia Tree today!

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