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Vegan Matcha Muffins

Published on July 26, 2010 by Helen 13 Comments
Last Updated on March 7, 2019

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Matcha Muffins 1

It seems that the entire world has gone mad for matcha, and  once again I am late to the culinary bandwagon.   Last week I visited the Mind Apples pop-up health farm, then went to the Japan Centre for some of their splendid (and very affordable) sushi and spied lots of matcha.   I remembered reading about  Matcha Madness Month on Catty’s blog and decided that it was time to get some fuss free matcha madness in my kitchen.     Bewildered by the choice of matchas on offer I choose a 10g pouch for £2.

For those not in the know, matcha is finely ground Japanese green tea.    It is made from tencha, which is stoneground to a bright green talc like powder.   It is fairly labour intensive process, taking up to an hour to grind 30g.  The tea bushes are covered for several weeks before harvest; the shade slows down growth, resulting in darker leaves and more amino acids giving a more intense flavour.    Matcha is packed full of all sorts of things that are good for you; antioxidants, betacarotene and vitamins A, B & C.  And matcha is also delicious, like green tea, but more intense and sweeter in flavour.

When I bake there is a high chance that I will make muffins, and my first foray with matcha is no exception.  I used Kara coconut milk which added a hint of coconut flavour, but any milk (dairy or non dairy) would work here.    My full muffin method is here, if you eat eggs throw one in with wet ingredients, if not, leave it out.   I did not measure the buttercream ingredients – too much buttercream is not a bad thing and is delicious straight from the bowl!

 

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4.85 from 13 votes

Matcha Muffins

A deliciously different muffin recipe, using matcha powder.
Servings: 4 muffins
Author: Helen Best-Shaw
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time35 mins

Ingredients

Vegan Matcha Muffins

  • 4.5 oz plain flour
  • 1.5 oz  sugar
  • 1 tsp matcha powder (heaped)
  • 1 tsp baking power
  • pinch salt
  • 4.5 oz  coconut milk drink
  • 1.5 oz  sunflower oil

Vegan Matcha Frosting

  • 1 tsp non dairy spread
  • 1 tsp milk (I used Kara)
  • 1 tsp  matcha powder
  • 4 tbs icing sugar

Instructions

For the matcha muffins

  • Whisk the oil and milk mixture with a fork.   Mix the dry ingredients in a separate bowl. 
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry and fold together briefly (the batter should be lumpy, and not fully mixed).
  • Bake at GM5/190C/375F in your favourite muffin pan for 20 – 25 minutess until risen.

Matcha Vegan Frosting

  • Beat the butter & milk together for a minute with an electric mixer, add the matcha and icing sugar and beat for at least 5 minutes until fluffy.   You may need to add more liquid or icing sugar.  
  • Wait until the muffins are cold before frosting.
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Nutrition Facts
Matcha Muffins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 362 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 2mg1%
Sodium 15mg1%
Potassium 230mg7%
Carbohydrates 44g15%
Sugar 18g20%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 145IU3%
Vitamin C 0.3mg0%
Calcium 65mg7%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Baked Goods
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Keyword: Matcha Muffins, Vegan Matcha Muffins
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  1. Amber Shea @Almost Vegan

    5 stars
    I love the simplicity of those recipes :] Mmm, green tea frosting!

    Reply
  2. Choclette

    5 stars
    These look fun – I love the shade of green you’ve managed to get. Like you, I’m a little late with matcha and baking, but I’ve just posted my Matcha Madness attempt too.

    Is there something different about Kara coconut milk, or is it just a brand name?

    Reply
  3. jodye

    5 stars
    I’m on a matcha kick lately, as well. These look wonderful! I love the color matcha imparts to anything it’s added to

    Reply
  4. Heidi R

    5 stars
    I remember being introduced to Matcha by my friend, I had no idea what it was or where it came from, but it was very enjoyable. Really like the idea of these Matcha muffins, they would be a great make.

    Reply
  5. Donna G

    5 stars
    Such a great colour with the matcha, these look simply delightful.

    Reply
  6. Kiara C

    5 stars
    I love all muffins, so easy to make and so many different ways of making them. These matcha muffins sound delicious, particularly with the added buttercream.

    Reply
  7. Melanie

    4 stars
    A delicious recipe, can’t wait to try it out myself. These are the kind of muffins that are perfect for filling hungry tummies ie. kids on school holidays.

    Reply
  8. Susan Robinson

    5 stars
    I love eggless muffins. I often make them to take to work. Perfect with my morning coffee.

    Reply
  9. Gemma

    5 stars
    I love the flavour of matcha, so these muffins would be perfect. Brilliant colour.

    Reply
  10. Rach Gillian

    5 stars
    Homemade muffins are the best. So easy to make and everyone loves them.

    Reply
  11. Isla T

    5 stars
    So good that these are vegan. I’m definitely saving this recipe to make.

    Reply
  12. Steven

    4 stars
    I’m not a great fan of Matcha, although I have to admit these muffins do sound pretty tasty. Probably a better way to enjoy it too.

    Reply
  13. Brenda

    5 stars
    We always like to have homemade muffins, they are so good for an easy breakfast, hungry mouths at lunchtime and taking out with us. This is a lovely recipe, the green is just wonderful.

    Reply

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