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Matcha and Pistachio: The Perfect Combination

Yields10 ServingsPrep Time30 mins

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

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
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.

Nutrition Facts

10 servings

Serving size

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