Description
Delightful Matcha Donuts bring Japanese green tea magic to classic pastry perfection. Creamy, light-green treats offer sweet glazed elegance that will transport dessert enthusiasts straight to delicious comfort.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp matcha powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Coating/Topping:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp additional matcha powder
- 1/4 cup melted butter (for glazing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Sift together flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl to eliminate any lumps and ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until they become light and frothy, then incorporate milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until just incorporated to prevent overmixing and maintain a tender donut texture.
- Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a zip-lock bag with a corner snipped off for precise filling of the donut pan cavities.
- Fill each donut mold about 2/3 full, ensuring even distribution and smooth surfaces.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and allow donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar and additional matcha powder in a shallow bowl.
- Brush each cooled donut with melted butter, then immediately dip and roll in the matcha-sugar mixture to create an even, delicate coating.
- Let the glazed donuts set for 10 minutes before serving to allow the coating to adhere properly.
Notes
- Adjust matcha intensity by increasing or decreasing powder quantity to suit personal taste preferences without compromising batter consistency.
- Prevent overmixing by folding wet and dry ingredients gently, which keeps donuts light and prevents dense, tough textures.
- Consider alternative flour options like gluten-free blends or almond flour for those with dietary restrictions, maintaining similar moisture and texture.
- Create dairy-free versions by substituting milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk, ensuring equivalent liquid measurements for optimal results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg