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Matcha Cupcakes

Matcha cupcakes might just be your new favorite dessert! Light and fluffy, and topped with a cloud of heavenly cream cheese frosting, these green tea cupcakes are the perfect luxurious indulgence.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: green tea cupcakes, matcha cupcake recipe, matcha cupcakes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 382kcal
Author: Karen

Equipment

Ingredients

Matcha Cupcakes

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 tablespoons butter softened
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Make Green Tea Cupcakes

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 12 count muffin time by lining with cupcake liners.
  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, matcha powder and baking powder. Set aside.
  • In a second bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  • Combine both bowls, stirring just until combined.
  • Distribute the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until cooked through, then remove from the oven to cool.

For the Frosting

  • Add the butter and cream cheese to the bowl of a stand mixer.
  • Use the paddle attachment to beat until well combined.
  • Slowly add the powdered sugar, ½ cup at a time until fully incorporated.
  • Add the vanilla extract and increase the speed on the mixer until the frosting has reached desired consistency.
  • Use a piping bag with desired tip to frost the prepared matcha cupcakes.

Notes

  • Do not use a matcha “mix” as this may contain extra sweetener and other unnecessary ingredients.
  • For BEST results use culinary matcha, which is specifically meant for baking and has a lower caffeine content. You can also use ceremonial matcha, which is normally reserved for drinking but will deepen the flavor and brighten the pigment of the cupcake.
  • It is very important to sift the ingredients. This helps remove lumps and ensure that the rising agents are evenly mixed in the batter. 
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool fully before adding the icing.

Nutrition

Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 91mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg
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