Description
Treat yourself to these fluffy matcha pancakes, a delightful blend of earthy green tea flavor and sweetness, perfect for elevating your brunch or breakfast experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons culinary-grade matcha powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and sifted matcha powder until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the milk and melted butter, then whisk in the eggs until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; small lumps are fine.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat until water droplets dance on its surface.
- Use a ladle to pour batter onto the skillet; cook until bubbles form on top (about 2–3 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (60g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version. Use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option. Add blueberries or chocolate chips to the batter for extra flavor variations.