Ganache can be a lot of different consistencies and flavors, but this matcha ganache is the perfect filling for any dessert.

It’s silky-smooth, decadent, and absolutely delicious. And the best part is that it’s made with only 3 ingredients!! It doesn’t get much easier than that.

I used this recipe to fill my matcha macarons, but it would work great in cupcakes or cakes too!

If you want to use matcha ganache to make drips on a cake, check out my matcha drip cake recipe. It uses a different ratio of white chocolate and heavy cream to make perfect matcha drips.

How to Make This Matcha Ganache Filling

This matcha ganache filling needs about 2 hours to set, so I recommend making it first! It can also be made up to 2 weeks in advance. I usually make it the night before.

After heating up the cream and pouring it over the white chocolate, let the mixture sit for a couple minutes.

Then mix it together with either an immersion blender or a spoon. Once the mixture has come together and is smooth, mix in 9g or 1 Tbsp of matcha powder and stir until combined.

Press a piece of plastic wrap flush against the ganache to prevent a skin from forming and place the bowl in the fridge to chill.

Chill for 2 hours, or until the ganache feels firmer.

When you’re ready to use this ganache, place it in a piping bag fit with a large round piping tip.

It should be thick enough to scoop into the piping bag and hold its shape.

If the ganache feels too firm, heat it in the microwave in 10 second intervals, stirring between until it’s a pipe-able consistency.

Use this matcha ganache to fill macarons, cupcakes, or cakes!

Matcha White Chocolate Ganache – Substitutions and Swaps

Heavy Cream – Use heavy cream or heavy whipping cream, not milk or half and half. You need a high fat percentage to allow the ganache to come together and have a smooth texture.

To make dairy-free white chocolate ganache, use coconut cream in place of the heavy cream in this recipe.

White Chocolate – Use any type of good quality white chocolate. This includes white chocolate bars, couverture, or chunks.

You can use white chocolate chips if needed but be sure to use a brand like Ghirardelli or Guittard.

Matcha Powder – You can buy matcha at most grocery stores in either the tea and coffee section, or the international section.

I get mine from Whole Foods, but you can also order matcha powder on amazon.

Tips for Making the Best Matcha Ganache

• Make this matcha ganache in advance to give it time to set. It needs about 2 hours to set.
• Measure the ingredients with a kitchen scale. You really need to be precise with this recipe.
• Use good quality white chocolate. It will make the ganache taste better and give it the best possible consistency.
• If you notice bits of unmelted white chocolate in the ganache once it’s combined, heat it in the microwave for another 15 seconds, let it rest for 30 seconds, then give it another stir. Repeat this process as needed until all the chocolate is melted and the ganache is smooth.
• If possible, use an immersion blender to make sure your ganache turns out silky smooth!
• To make dairy-free matcha ganache, use coconut cream in place of the heavy cream in this recipe.
• If you want to fill macarons with chocolate ganache, use my chocolate ganache macaron filling.

Making This Matcha Ganache Filling in Advance & Storage Tip

• Macarons filled with this ganache should mature for a few hours or overnight in the fridge before being eaten. This gives them time to develop the best texture and taste.
• Freeze macarons with this filling for up to a month in an airtight container.
• Refrigerate desserts filled with this ganache for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
• Make this ganache ahead of time too or save any leftover ganache! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Let Me Know What You Think!

If you try this matcha ganache filling, I’d love to hear what you think of it! Please leave a rating and comment below.

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