Description
Green donuts infused with matcha powder offer a unique twist on classic pastry. Delicate emerald-hued treats combine Japanese inspiration with contemporary baking techniques for a memorable sweet experience you’ll savor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 teaspoons matcha powder
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) almond milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (60 g) icing sugar
- 2 tablespoons almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and thoroughly coat the donut pan with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Create a tangy milk substitute by whisking almond milk with vinegar and allowing it to curdle for 5 minutes.
- Sift together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and vibrant matcha powder. Incorporate sugar into the dry mixture.
- In a separate bowl, blend the curdled almond milk with melted coconut oil and fragrant vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until just combined. Expect a thick, dense batter consistency.
- Transfer the batter into a piping bag or carefully spoon it into the donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow donuts to rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire cooling rack.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing ingredients until achieving a smooth, glossy texture.
- Once cooled, dip each donut into the glaze and immediately garnish with desired toppings before the glaze sets.
Notes
- Ensure the donut pan is thoroughly greased to prevent sticking and achieve perfectly shaped donuts.
- Sifting dry ingredients helps eliminate lumps, creating a smoother, more consistent batter texture.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients gently to avoid overmixing, which can lead to tough, dense donuts.
- Allow the almond milk and vinegar mixture to sit for exactly 5 minutes to create a perfect buttermilk substitute that adds tenderness to the donuts.
- For a gluten-free version, swap wheat flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, maintaining the same measurements.
- Cool donuts completely before glazing to prevent the topping from melting or sliding off.
- Experiment with different matcha qualities – higher grade matcha provides a more vibrant green color and richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg