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Matcha soft serve Calories
Creamy sweet soft serve with matcha flavor
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Matcha soft serve (120 g) has 228 calories. That works out to 190 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.2 g of carbs, 4.9 g of protein, 8.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Matcha soft serve Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
228
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
34.2g
· 12% DV
Protein
4.9g
· 10% DV
Fat
8.2g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 9% · Fat 32%
Matcha soft serve nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 228 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.2 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 5.04 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 92 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Matcha soft serve?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 ounce (extra small) | 28 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 152 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 130 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 418 kcal |
Calculated from 190 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Matcha soft serve
What is matcha soft serve made of?
Matcha soft serve is typically made from a milk-and-cream soft-serve base sweetened with sugar and flavored with matcha powder. Commercial versions are dispensed from a machine, which freezes and aerates the mixture for its characteristic smooth, airy texture.
Does matcha soft serve contain caffeine?
Yes, matcha soft serve contains caffeine because matcha is powdered green tea leaves. The amount varies with the recipe and how much matcha is used, so people sensitive to caffeine may prefer it earlier in the day.
What does matcha soft serve taste like?
Matcha soft serve tastes creamy and sweet, with matcha’s grassy, slightly savory flavor and a mild bitter edge. The balance varies: a generous amount of matcha makes the tea flavor more pronounced against the dairy and sugar.
Is matcha soft serve the same as green tea ice cream?
Not always. Matcha soft serve gets its flavor from powdered matcha and is served in a soft, airy form, while green tea ice cream may use other tea flavorings and is usually churned and served firmer.
How is matcha soft serve made?
To make matcha soft serve, matcha is blended into a sweetened dairy base, which is then frozen and aerated in a soft-serve machine. The continuous churning gives it a lighter, softer texture than ice cream scooped from a tub.
Does matcha soft serve taste bitter?
Matcha soft serve can taste slightly bitter, but sweetness and dairy usually soften that edge. A stronger tea flavor often comes from using more matcha; toppings such as sweet red bean or mochi can balance it.
Why is matcha soft serve sometimes bright green?
Matcha powder gives matcha soft serve its green color, and the shade depends on the matcha and how much is used. A very vivid color alone does not prove that a product contains high-quality or even real matcha.
What toppings go well with matcha soft serve?
Sweet red bean paste, mochi, roasted sesame, and fruit are popular toppings for matcha soft serve. Their sweetness and varied textures complement the tea’s grassy flavor without overwhelming it.
Can you make matcha soft serve at home without a machine?
Yes, you can make a homemade matcha frozen dessert without a soft-serve machine, but it will be denser and less airy. Whisk matcha thoroughly into the dairy base, then stir the mixture regularly as it freezes to limit large ice crystals.
Can you freeze leftover matcha soft serve?
Yes, leftover matcha soft serve can be frozen, but it will lose its signature soft texture and become firmer, sometimes with ice crystals. Store it covered in a freezer-safe container and let it soften briefly before serving.
Matcha soft serve Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.52µg · 22% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
B5
0.43mg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
70.8µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
130mg · 19% DV
Calcium
161mg · 16% DV
Iodine
22µg · 15% DV
Selenium
3.72µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
228mg · 7% DV
Sodium
92mg · 4% DV
Matcha soft serve Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Matcha soft serve
To burn the 228 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Matcha soft serve?
Matcha soft serve is a creamy, airy frozen dessert made by blending matcha—finely ground Japanese green tea—into a soft-serve base. It draws on Japan’s matcha and ice-cream traditions, while the soft-serve style makes it easy to serve fresh from a machine in a cone or cup.
Its sweetness is balanced by matcha’s grassy, gently bitter notes. In Japan it is a familiar treat at cafés and dessert counters; elsewhere, it is often found in Japanese restaurants and specialist ice-cream shops. It is mainly a sweet, carbohydrate-rich dessert, with 4.1 g of protein per 100 g. Choose a small cup if you want a lighter portion, or pair it with unsweetened tea.
How Nutritious Is Matcha soft serve?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Matcha soft serve Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Matcha soft serve Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Matcha soft serve Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Matcha soft serve Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.29g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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