Beat the Heat with Easy Homemade Green Tea Nata de Coco!

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Ms. Lê Thị Ánh Trinh 13:21 - 20/11/2025

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Making green tea nata de coco is a very simple process. With just a few basic ingredients, you’ll have a chilled dessert that beautifully blends the earthy aroma of green tea with the natural sweetness of coconut. It’s not only delicious but also good for your health.

Here’s how you can make this tropical delight at home - step by step!

1. Ingredients

Fresh coconut water: 1 liter
Coconut milk: 200 ml
Agar powder (jelly powder): 15 g
Sugar: 200 g (adjust to taste)
Matcha or green tea powder: 2 tsp
Salt: ¼ tsp
Water: 500 ml
Jelly molds (round or square—your choice)

Coconut jelly, jelly powder, matcha powder, etc. are the key ingredients that make this dessert so light and refreshing.

Now, just follow these simple steps to turn your ingredients into a fantastic jelly dessert everyone will love!

2. Step-by-Step Instructions

2.1 Step 1: Prepare the ingredients

Mix the agar powder with a bit of sugar to prevent clumping while cooking.
In another bowl, dissolve the green tea powder in a small amount of hot water until smooth.

2.2 Step 2: Make the coconut jelly base

Bring 500 ml of water to a boil. Add the agar-sugar mixture and stir until fully dissolved.
Pour in the fresh coconut water and continue stirring.
Next, add the coconut milk and salt. Mix well, then turn off the heat.

2.3 Step 3: Mold and layer

Pour the coconut jelly mixture into molds. Let it cool for about 30 minutes until set.
Once firm, gently pour the green tea mixture on top to create a beautiful layered effect.
Chill the jelly in the fridge for 2–3 hours until completely set.

2.4 Step 4: Serve and enjoy

Carefully remove the jelly from the mold.
Cut it into bite-sized cubes or any shape you like.
Serve it cold or with shaved ice for a more refreshing twist.

2.5 Quick tips for the perfect green tea nata de coco

Use fresh ingredients: Choose preservative-free coconut water and coconut milk for the best natural flavor.

Adjust the sweetness: Feel free to add more or less sugar to suit your taste.

Storage: Keep the jelly refrigerated and enjoy it within 2–3 days for the best texture and freshness.

With this easy homemade nata de coco recipe, you can whip up a delicious and nutritious dessert that’s perfect for summer. It’s cooling, lightly sweet, and makes a great choice for tea parties, birthday celebrations, or casual get-togethers. To make your dessert even more exciting, add some crunchy coconut jelly on top.

You can count on GC Food’s nata de coco products for this recipe!

You can add a few chewy cubes of GC Food’s nata de coco on top for extra texture and flavor. It’s made entirely from pure, fresh coconut water from Ben Tre.

Thanks to modern pasteurization technology, the product is safe and keeps its natural, sweet flavor and nutritional value. Each cube is bouncy and refreshing - a true tropical delight in every spoonful.

So, roll up your sleeves and treat your loved ones to this simple yet irresistible green tea nata de coco! Visit GC Food’s official website to explore more and find the perfect nata de coco for your favorite desserts.

GC Food Communications Department Ms. Lê Thị Ánh Trinh

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