Green tea contains the highest concentration of antioxidants out of all the teas and traditionally has been used in Chinese medicine with a variety of uses from a diuretic and improving heart health to treating gas and improving mental processes.

Matcha tea, a type of green tea, is the only form of tea where the whole leaf is consumed.

And matcha tea has also been associated with:

• protection against many kinds of cancer
• slowing the aging process
• reducing cholesterol
• weight loss
• stabilizing blood sugar levels
• reducing high blood pressure

And adding some chocolate chips in don’t hurt either.

So, even if you have never really been a fan of green tea, give this recipe a try…with the chocolate chips of course!

Chocolate Chip Matcha Ice Cream

What you’ll need:

• 1 – 15 oz can of full fat coconut milk
• 2 teaspoons organic matcha powder
• 2 tablespoons raw/organic honey
• 1 teaspoon of semi sweet chocolate chips
• small loaf pan (mine was 5.75in x 3in)

Directions:

1. Combine the honey, coconut milk, and matcha powder together in a high speed blender and blend until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into the small loaf pan, cover, and freeze overnight.
3. Remove the ice cream from the freezer and allow to thaw on the counter for about 20 minutes.
4. Scoop desired amount into a bowl, add 1 teaspoon of chocolate chips, and enjoy!

What’s your favorite way of consuming matcha tea?