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Matcha Cupcakes Recipe

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Delight in these vibrant and flavorful Matcha Cupcakes that combine the earthy taste of matcha green tea with a tender, gluten-free cake base. Topped with a creamy, smooth matcha-infused buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for a unique dessert experience, suitable for gluten-free diets and can be made dairy-free with appropriate ingredient swaps.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups gluten free all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 teaspoons matcha powder
  • 3/4 cup white sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring

Buttercream Frosting

  • 1 cup room temperature/softened butter (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 3-4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
  • 1-2 teaspoons matcha powder
  • Pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the cupcakes.
  2. Prepare Muffin Tray: Line a 12-cavity muffin tray with cupcake liners and set aside.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, oil, milk, sugar, and vanilla flavoring until thoroughly combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, and matcha powder, making sure to break up any clumps for an even mixture.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, whisking well to ensure no clumps remain.
  6. Fill Muffin Tray: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tray, filling each liner about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
  7. Bake Cupcakes: Bake in the preheated oven for 16-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Around 19 minutes is ideal but may vary by oven.
  8. Prepare Buttercream: While cupcakes cool, beat the softened butter in a stand mixer or large bowl on low speed for 2-3 minutes until creamy.
  9. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the butter while mixing until well combined. Add a splash of milk if the frosting needs thinning for spreadability.
  10. Incorporate Matcha and Flavoring: Mix in the matcha powder, vanilla flavoring, and a pinch of salt to the buttercream to create a smooth, flavored frosting.
  11. Frost Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, frost them generously with the matcha buttercream and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure cupcakes are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting the buttercream.
  • You can adjust the amount of matcha in the buttercream depending on your preferred strength of flavor.
  • Use non-dairy alternatives for butter and milk to make this recipe dairy-free.
  • Check gluten-free flour labels to ensure compatibility with your dietary needs.
  • Oven temperatures and baking times may vary, so monitor cupcakes closely toward the end of baking.

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