Matcha White Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins combine the earthy flavor of matcha with the sweetness of white chocolate and the warmth of pumpkin for a cozy fall treat.
Author:Caroline Jones
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:22 minutes
Total Time:32 minutes
Yield:12 muffins 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp matcha green tea powder (culinary grade)
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup light brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup canned pumpkin puree
2 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
⅓ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
½ cup white chocolate chips (plus more for topping)
Optional: crumb topping or white chocolate drizzle
Instructions
Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, matcha, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Whisk the wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, eggs, sugars, oil, vanilla, and milk.
Combine the mixtures: Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in the white chocolate chips.
Divide the batter: Scoop into a lined muffin tin. Add extra white chocolate chips or a crumb topping.
Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly, then drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired.
Notes
Use culinary-grade matcha for the best flavor.
Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
For a richer taste, use full-fat milk or coconut milk.