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Fluffy Matcha Pancakes
Transport yourself to a delightful Japanese tea garden with these Fluffy Matcha Pancakes. With their vibrant green hue and the distinct, rich flavor of matcha green tea, these pancakes are not only a visual treat but an explosion of earthy sweetness in every bite. Matcha, a powdered green tea used traditionally in Japanese tea ceremonies, lends a smooth and slightly bittersweet flavor that contrasts beautifully with the sweet maple syrup drizzled on top, making this dish a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- 1 cup
- Matcha powder
- 2 tablespoons
- Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons
- Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon
- Sugar
- 2 tablespoons
- Milk
- 1 cup
- Egg
- 1, large
- Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons, melted (plus extra for greasing)
- Maple syrup
- as needed for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, matcha powder, baking powder, salt, and sugar. This is your dry mix.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter. This is your wet mix.
- Pour the wet mix into the dry mix. Stir until just combined, ensuring not to overmix. The batter should have some lumps - this will help achieve fluffy pancakes.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with a bit of butter.
- Pour 1/4 cup of the batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Allow it to cook until bubbles form on the surface, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip the pancake using a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter. Remember to regrease the skillet as needed.
- Serve the matcha pancakes warm, drizzled with generous amounts of maple syrup. Enjoy the earthy sweetness of matcha balanced with the sugary notes of the syrup.
Tips
- For vegan option, replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2.5 tablespoons water), and use almond milk instead of regular milk.
- To enhance the matcha flavor, you can whisk in a little extra matcha powder. Start with 1/2 teaspoon and adjust according to your taste.
- For a beautiful finish, sprinkle some powdered sugar on top of the pancakes before serving.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Breakfast Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Calories: 220 Fat: 6g Carbs: 35g Protein: 7g Sodium: 150mg Sugar: 10g
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