The MATCHA TEA AND CHOCOLATE MUFFINS are small, soft, and aromatic treats where the refined and slightly grassy taste of matcha intertwines with the indulgent richness of dark chocolate chips. Their delicate green color captivates at first glance, hinting at a balanced and surprising flavor.
Very soft on the inside and slightly golden on the outside, these muffins provide a perfect contrast between the elegant bitterness of matcha tea and the intense sweetness of chocolate, creating an ideal harmony for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Each bite is a mix of aromas and textures that makes these little cakes simple yet refined.
Perfect for anyone who loves experimenting with new flavors without giving up tradition, matcha and chocolate muffins are a modern, original, and irresistible treat, best enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Budget-friendly
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 12Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 223.93 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 30.65 (g) of which sugars 14.78 (g)
- Proteins 4.25 (g)
- Fat 10.24 (g) of which saturated 1.84 (g)of which unsaturated 6.18 (g)
- Fibers 0.46 (g)
- Sodium 47.42 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 60 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 2 eggs (medium, at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (about 120 g)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (type 00)
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp matcha green tea powder (about 6 g)
- 1/2 cup milk (at room temperature (about 120 g / 120 ml))
- 6 tbsp (3/8 cup) sunflower seed oil (about 80 g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- salt
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate chips (about 100 g (approximately 1/2 cup))
What you’ll need for matcha tea and chocolate muffins
- 2 Bowls
- 1 Sieve
- 1 Whisk
- 12 Paper liners
Preparation: matcha tea and chocolate muffins
In a bowl, lightly beat the eggs with the sugar.
Add the oil, milk, and vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
In another bowl, sift together the flour, matcha tea powder, baking powder, and salt.
Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir until you have a smooth batter.
Fold in the chocolate chips (reserve a few to sprinkle on top).
Fill the liners about 3/4 full.
Sprinkle the tops with the reserved chocolate chips.
Bake in a preheated conventional oven at 356°F for 18 minutes. Check doneness with the classic toothpick test.Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
Variation
Also great with white chocolate for a sweeter contrast.
Storage
At room temperature
2–3 days
Store the muffins under a glass dome or in an airtight container.
Keep them away from heat sources and direct light to preserve the matcha’s aroma and color.
In the freezer
Up to 2 months
Place in a container or freezer bag.
Thaw at room temperature or warm slightly in the oven or for a few seconds in the microwave.
