Matcha Almond Muffins
These Matcha Almond Muffins are a delightful fusion of earthy matcha and crunchy almonds, offering a perfect balance of flavors. Light, fragrant, and full of nutrients, they make an excellent breakfast or snack.
Equipment
- Muffin tin, Paper liners, Medium-size bowl, Large-size bowl, Whisk, Spoon, Cooling rack
Ingrediënten
- 1 cup 147 g packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup 226 g unsweetened applesauce
- 2 teaspoons pure almond extract
- 2 teaspoons rose water
- ½ cup 120 ml canola oil
- ¼ cup 60 ml unsweetened soy or other nondairy milk
- 1½ cups 240 g brown rice flour
- ½ cup 60 g whole wheat pastry flour
- 4 teaspoons 16 g matcha green tea powder
- 1 tablespoon 8 g arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup 92 g salted, dry-roasted almonds, coarsely chopped
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
- Line a standard muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the light brown sugar, applesauce, almond extract, rose water, canola oil, and soy milk until smooth.
- In a large-size bowl, sift together the brown rice flour, whole wheat pastry flour, matcha powder, arrowroot powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Carefully fold the wet ingredients into the dry, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the coarsely chopped almonds.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool completely on a cooling rack before serving.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve these muffins with a cup of jasmine tea or matcha latte for an extra fragrant experience.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a light, dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or a sparkling wine to complement the flavors of matcha.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 210 kcal | Carbohydrates: 34 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 10 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 14 g | Salt: 0.3 g
