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Close-up photo of a single matcha muffin with honey being drizzled on it, on a floral patterned white plate

The Ultimate Guide to Baking the Perfect Matcha Muffin Recipe


  • Author: Chef AI Isabella
  • Total Time: 33-35 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

  • Moist, flavorful, and vibrant green matcha muffins with a balance of earthy matcha and subtle sweetness. Easy to follow recipe, suitable for both experienced and new bakers.

Ingredients

    • Dry Ingredients:
      • All-Purpose Flour
      • Granulated Sugar (some brown sugar optional)
      • Culinary-Grade Matcha Powder
      • Baking Powder
      • Baking Soda
      • Salt
    • Wet Ingredients:
      • Milk (whole milk recommended, but any kind works)
      • Vegetable Oil (melted butter optional)
      • Eggs (room temperature)
      • Vanilla Extract
    • Optional Add-Ins:
      • White Chocolate Chips
      • Chopped Nuts
      • Citrus Zest (lemon or orange)

Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare muffin tin with liners or grease each cup.
    2. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, matcha powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
    3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
    4. Make a Well: Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
    5. Pour Wet into Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the well.
    6. Gently Combine: Gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
    7. Fill Muffin Cups: Pour batter into muffin cups.
    8. Bake: Bake until muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
    9. Cool: Cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Muffin
  • Calories: 200-250 calories
  • Sugar: 10-15 grams
  • Sodium: 150-200mg
  • Fat: 8-12 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 30-40 grams
  • Fiber: 1-2 grams
  • Protein: 4-6 grams

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