Matcha & Hokkaido Cheese Mousse

A calm and luminous dessert

Inspiration

This mousse is inspired by the quiet atmosphere of a Japanese spring garden after rain — when the air feels fresh, the greens appear brighter, and small blossoms begin to open.

Ceremonial-grade matcha brings a deep natural green hue and a soft earthy aroma, while Hokkaido-style cream cheese adds a gentle richness that smooths the bitterness of the tea.

The result is a dessert that feels calm, balanced, and quietly refreshing.

The Craft of Mousse

Mousse comes from the tradition of French pâtisserie, where texture is treated as carefully as flavor.
The word mousse means “foam” in French, referring to the light structure created when whipped cream is folded into a delicate base.

For this dessert, ceremonial matcha is whisked slowly into warm cream to release its full aroma. Hokkaido cheese is then blended with fresh dairy to create a soft, velvety base. The mixture is gently stabilized with gelatin and folded with whipped cream to maintain its airy texture.

This technique creates a mousse that is:

• smooth and silky
• light yet structured
• airy without heaviness
• clean and refined on the palate

The mousse melts slowly, allowing the matcha and cream to unfold in layers.

Flavor Profile

Matcha
Deep, grassy, and slightly bitter with a lingering tea aroma.

Hokkaido Cheese
Silky, milky, and softly rich.

Cream
Delicate and smooth, rounding the flavors together.

The sweetness is intentionally restrained so the natural character of the tea remains clear and elegant.

Ingredients

Organic whipped cream
Hokkaido-style cream cheese
Ceremonial-grade matcha
Whole milk
Egg
Flour
Gelatin
Lightly reduced organic cane sugar
Roasted pistachios
Handcrafted fondant flowers

Decoration

The mousse is finished with a glossy matcha surface, smooth and vibrant like freshly whisked tea.

Small handcrafted white blossoms are placed gently across the top, echoing flowers scattered across a garden path. A light sprinkle of roasted pistachio adds texture and warmth.

The composition is simple and intentional — allowing the natural beauty of the dessert to remain the focus.

Texture

• airy mousse
• silky cream body
• smooth matcha finish
• delicate nut crunch from pistachio

Each spoonful feels light, refreshing, and quietly indulgent.

A Hill House Dessert

Fresh.
Refined.
Naturally elegant.

A dessert that reflects the calm beauty of spring and the quiet ritual of tea.