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Matcha Cupcakes Recipe

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Delight in these fluffy Matcha Cupcakes topped with a luscious, light Matcha White Chocolate Ganache Frosting. Perfectly balanced in flavor with the earthiness of matcha and sweetness of white chocolate, these cupcakes offer an elegant twist on a classic treat that’s ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cupcakes

  • 1 cup (150 g) all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoon (12 g) matcha powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon (6 g) baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 g) salt
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk (whole full fat)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoon (30 g) vegetable oil

Matcha Ganache Frosting

  • 1 1/2 cup (375 ml) whipping cream, divided
  • 1 cup (8 oz) white chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon (6 g) matcha powder (sifted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare cupcake tray: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line your cupcake baking tray with cupcake liners to prevent sticking and ease removal.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all purpose flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine and set aside for later.
  3. Beat the eggs: Using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or an electric hand mixer, beat the eggs on high speed for about 30 seconds until frothy. Gradually add sugar while continuing to beat on high until the volume triples and the mixture turns pale yellow, about 6 minutes.
  4. Add the dry ingredients: Add the dry ingredients into the egg mixture in three batches, beating on low speed to incorporate each addition fully. The batter will thicken and become difficult to mix but continue until combined.
  5. Heat the milk and butter: In a heatproof bowl, microwave the milk and butter just until the butter melts, avoiding boiling. Add vanilla extract and vegetable oil, mix well, then cover and set aside.
  6. Add the milk mixture: Temper the milk mixture by whisking in about 3/4 cup of the batter into the milk mixture until smooth. Then slowly pour this back into the batter while mixing on low speed until fully combined.
  7. Fill and bake: Pour the batter into cupcake liners about two-thirds full. Bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Make Matcha Ganache Frosting – Heat the heavy cream: In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm 3/4 cup of heavy cream until steaming and beginning to simmer.
  9. Sift in matcha powder: Sift the matcha powder into the heated cream and whisk well to combine evenly.
  10. Melt the white chocolate: Place white chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl and pour the matcha cream over them. Let sit for 5 minutes to soften, then stir until smooth. Pass the ganache through a fine mesh sieve to remove clumps.
  11. Cover and chill: Cover the ganache with plastic wrap, ensuring it touches the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours or overnight until firm and cold.
  12. Whip: Using a whisk attachment, beat the chilled ganache on low speed, gradually increasing to high, until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add the remaining 3/4 cup cold heavy cream and whip on low then medium speed until soft peaks form and the frosting holds shape, 1-2 minutes more.
  13. Pipe: Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe elegant swirls onto cooled cupcakes. Serve and enjoy your beautiful matcha cupcakes!

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better volume when beating.
  • Do not overmix the batter after adding dry ingredients to keep cupcakes tender.
  • Tempering the milk mixture prevents curdling of the batter.
  • Ensure the ganache is thoroughly chilled before whipping for best texture.
  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator if not consumed immediately.
  • For a stronger matcha flavor, you can increase the matcha powder slightly but be careful not to overpower the sweetness.

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