Description
Matcha magic unfolds in these delightful muffins, blending Japanese green tea essence with sweet bakery charm. Delicate crumbs and rich earthy notes invite bakers to savor a comforting treat that celebrates culinary creativity.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Substitution/Optional:
- 1 tablespoon vinegar + milk (as buttermilk substitute)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350F (175C) and arranging a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or a light grease coating.
- Sift together the dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring an even distribution of flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, matcha powder, and sugar.
- Whisk the liquid components in a separate vessel, blending oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until achieving a uniform consistency.
- Gently incorporate the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients, using a delicate folding technique to prevent overmixing and maintain the muffins’ delicate texture.
- Carefully distribute the batter across muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full to allow proper rising during baking.
- Position the muffin tray in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean and dry.
- Allow muffins to rest in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to reach room temperature, ensuring a perfect, light crumb.
Notes
- Choose high-quality matcha powder for a vibrant green color and rich, authentic flavor that elevates the muffins.
- Swap buttermilk with dairy-free alternatives like almond milk mixed with apple cider vinegar for a vegan-friendly version.
- Fold ingredients gently to prevent gluten development, which keeps the muffins tender and prevents a tough, dense texture.
- Add chopped nuts or white chocolate chips for extra crunch and flavor variation without compromising the matcha’s unique taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg