Matcha Strawberry has been everywhere lately—and honestly, I get the hype. This Ninja Creami ice cream recipe blends the earthy richness of matcha with sweet strawberries in a way that’s creamy, refreshing, and surprisingly easy to make at home.
I’ve been on a matcha kick for a while now, and lately, I keep seeing strawberry matcha pop up in lattes, boba shops, and even desserts. It’s one of those combos that just works—earthy, slightly bitter matcha balanced with sweet, fruity strawberries.
So I decided to try it in my Ninja Creami—and wow, it hit. I used my go-to matcha ice cream base and folded in strawberries for a fruity swirl that makes every bite interesting.
It’s creamy, vibrant, and kind of feels like your favorite tea latte turned into ice cream.
Jump to:
- Why This Recipe Works So Well
- 💚 So… What Is Matcha Strawberry Ice Cream?
- 🛒What You’ll Need (Just a Quick Look!)
- Substitution and Additions
- How to Make It
- Flavor Variations You Should Definitely Try
- 📏 One Pint = 4 Servings
- 🧰Tools You’ll Need
- 🤔 Your Questions, Answered!
- Related Recipes
- Ninja Creami Matcha Strwaberry Ice Cream Recipe
Why This Recipe Works So Well
Here’s why you’ll probably want to make this one on repeat:
- 🍵 Creamy matcha base with real green tea flavor
- 🍓 Sweet strawberries give it a bright, juicy contrast
- 🧁 No gums, no pudding mix—just real, simple ingredients
- 🧀 Cottage cheese adds protein and creaminess
💚 So… What Is Matcha Strawberry Ice Cream?
It’s exactly what it sounds like—creamy matcha ice cream swirled or blended with strawberries. The matcha gives it that earthy, rich base while the strawberries add bursts of fruity sweetness.
This version is made in the Ninja Creami, using a smooth ice cream base of half and half, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla bean paste, cottage cheese, and matcha powder. You can stir the strawberries in after spinning or blend them in before freezing—it’s good either way.
If a strawberry matcha latte and a pint of ice cream had a baby... this would be it.
🛒What You’ll Need (Just a Quick Look!)
Jump to the full recipe card below for exact amounts and steps.
- Half and half – For a creamy, balanced base
- Sweetened condensed milk – Adds richness and sweetness
- Vanilla bean paste – Boosts the flavor with real vanilla specks
- Cottage cheese – Blends in smooth and adds protein
- Matcha powder – Use high-quality for best color and flavor
- Strawberries (fresh or freeze-dried) – Adds fruity sweetness and texture
Substitution and Additions
- Half and half → Equal parts whole milk + heavy cream
- Sweetened condensed milk → Try coconut condensed milk for a twist
- Cottage cheese → Swap with Greek yogurt or cream cheese
- Mini white chocolate chips – Pairs beautifully with matcha
- Toasted coconut flakes – Adds texture and depth
How to Make It
This one’s pretty simple. I blend up all the base ingredients—half and half, sweetened condensed milk, cottage cheese, matcha powder, and vanilla—until smooth. Sometimes I’ll blend in a few strawberries too, but other times I leave them out and stir them in after spinning.
Once it’s blended, I pour the base into a Ninja Creami pint, level it off, and freeze it for 24 hours. When it’s time, I spin it on the Ice Cream setting. If it looks crumbly, a quick splash of milk and a respin usually fixes it.
After spinning, I usually mix in either chopped fresh strawberries or crushed freeze-dried ones. I personally go with freeze-dried—fresh ones tend to make the ice cream a little too soft for my taste.
Flavor Variations You Should Definitely Try
- Matcha Banana – Blend in half a ripe banana for natural sweetness
- Matcha Mocha – Add a spoon of cocoa powder or espresso
- Coconut Matcha – Use coconut milk and add flakes on top
- Mango Matcha – Great blended in or folded after spinning
📏 One Pint = 4 Servings
This recipe is for the Ninja Creami Deluxe, so you’ll get about 4 small servings out of one pint. Perfect for sharing (or saving all for yourself).
🧰Tools You’ll Need
- Blender: Makes mixing ingredients effortless.
- Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker: The star of the show, perfect for creating creamy, smooth ice cream.
- Ninja Creami Pint Container: The pint container is essential for freezing and churning your ice cream mix.
🤔 Your Questions, Answered!
You can, but most latte mixes have added sugar and milk powder, which may affect the texture and sweetness. For the best matcha flavor and control over ingredients, pure matcha powder is recommended.
Yes, freeze-dried strawberries work great and add a concentrated burst of flavor without extra moisture. Just crumble them in after spinning for a fun texture and flavor pop.
Not at all—the cottage cheese blends in smoothly and you won’t taste it. It just makes the ice cream creamier and adds a boost of protein.
Related Recipes
Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:
Ninja Creami Matcha Strwaberry Ice Cream Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Ninja Creami Deluxe
- 1 Creami Pint Container
- 1 Creami Pint Container
Ingredients
- 6 teaspoons Japanese matcha green tea powder
- ¼ cup hot water
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 1 ½ cups Half and half
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- ½ cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup strawberries (freeze-dried or chopped fresh)
Instructions
- Blend the Base: In a blender or food processor, combine the half and half, sweetened condensed milk, cottage cheese, matcha powder, and vanilla bean paste. Blend until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
- Add Strawberries (Optional): If you prefer a blended flavor, add a few strawberries (fresh or freeze-dried) and pulse briefly. Or save the strawberries to fold in after spinning for a swirl effect.
- Freeze the Base: Pour the blended mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container, level the top, and freeze flat for 24 hours.
- Spin the Ice Cream: Remove the pint from the freezer, take off the lid, and place it in your Ninja Creami. Select the Ice Cream function.
- Respin If Needed: If the texture is crumbly, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk (any kind) and select Respin until smooth.
- Mix in the Strawberries (If Not Blended Earlier): Add chopped fresh or crumbled freeze-dried strawberries. Use the Mix-In function or stir them in manually for a fruity swirl.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop straight from the pint or transfer to a bowl. Enjoy it right away or freeze flat again to respin later!
Rose says
I absolutely love the matcha-strawberry combo in this one—it’s so bright and refreshing. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Let me know if you give it a spin.