Hojicha with vanilla ice cream (Printable Version)

Creamy vanilla ice cream paired with robust roasted hojicha tea and optional nutty toppings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Ice Cream

01 - 2 large scoops vanilla ice cream, preferably premium or French vanilla

→ Tea

02 - 2 teaspoons hojicha loose leaf tea or 2 hojicha tea bags
03 - 1 cup water

→ Optional Toppings

04 - Toasted sesame seeds
05 - Crushed roasted nuts such as almonds or pecans
06 - Sweetened red bean paste

# How To Make It:

01 - Bring 1 cup of water to a boil, then let it cool for 1 minute. Pour over hojicha tea leaves or use tea bags in a teapot or heatproof cup. Steep for 2 to 3 minutes, then strain or remove tea bags.
02 - Place a large scoop of vanilla ice cream in each serving glass or bowl.
03 - Immediately pour half of the hot hojicha tea over each scoop of ice cream for dramatic effect.
04 - Add optional toppings if desired. Serve immediately with a spoon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple to make with just two main ingredients
  • Impressive presentation with minimal effort
  • Perfect balance of warm tea and cold ice cream
  • Introduces you to the wonderful world of hojicha
  • Ready in just 10 minutes from start to finish
02 -
  • Chill your serving glasses or bowls in the freezer for 15 minutes before serving to keep the ice cream from melting too quickly
  • For the most dramatic effect, pour the hojicha at the table in front of your guests
  • Don't steep the hojicha too long or it may become bitter—2-3 minutes is perfect
  • A sprinkle of sea salt can enhance the flavor contrast between the sweet ice cream and roasted tea
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