# What You'll Need:
→ Sponge Base
01 - 12–14 ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi)
→ Matcha Syrup
02 - 1 cup hot water
03 - 2 teaspoons high-quality matcha powder
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Mascarpone Cream
05 - 1 cup heavy cream, cold
06 - 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature
07 - 1/3 cup powdered sugar
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Snow Topping
09 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon matcha powder for dusting
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together hot water, matcha powder, and granulated sugar in a small bowl until fully dissolved. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
02 - Whip cold heavy cream to soft peaks in a chilled bowl. In a separate bowl, blend mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until incorporated and fluffy.
03 - Break ladyfingers in half if necessary to fit the serving cups. Briefly dip each in cooled matcha syrup without soaking, then arrange a layer at the bottom of each cup.
04 - Spoon a generous layer of mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and cream, finishing with a smooth top layer of cream.
05 - Cover the cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set and chill.
06 - Before serving, sift powdered sugar evenly over each cup for a snow-like effect and lightly dust with matcha powder.
