Description
Delight in these vibrant Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes, featuring a delicate balance of earthy matcha powder and sweet cupcake batter. Perfectly moist and lightly flavored, these cupcakes are an elegant treat ideal for tea time or a special occasion. Top with optional cream cheese frosting for a luscious finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
Optional
- Cream cheese frosting, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, matcha green tea powder, baking powder, and salt thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cupcake texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add in the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition to combine fully.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture alternately with the milk to the creamed butter mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cupcakes.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean, indicating they are fully baked.
- Cool and Frost: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, frost with cream cheese frosting if desired.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy.
- Check doneness with a toothpick to avoid overbaking and drying the cupcakes.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use a vegan butter alternative.
- Matcha powder quality affects flavor—use a high-quality ceremonial grade matcha for best taste.
