Matcha White Chocolate Mousse Cups with Crispy Sesame Tuile
Prep 25 min · Cook 12 min · Serves 4 · medium
A sophisticated Japanese-inspired dessert featuring silky matcha-infused mousse layered with creamy white chocolate, topped with delicate crispy sesame tuiles. Light, elegant, and surprisingly kid-friendly with natural green tea flavor that feels like a special treat.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups heavy cream, divided
- 2 tablespoons matcha powder, high-quality culinary grade, sifted
- 4 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons whole milk, warm
- 0.5 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 3 tablespoons honey, divided
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract, pure
- 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
- 0.33 cup sesame seeds, white and/or black, mixed
- 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 0.125 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Make sesame tuiles: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment. Mix sesame seeds, melted butter, brown sugar, and salt. Drop 1-inch spoonfuls 2 inches apart, flatten slightly.
- 2
Bake tuiles 10-12 minutes until golden. Cool on sheet 2 minutes, then transfer to rack.
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