Why is apple cider vinegar used in this cupcake recipe?

The apple cider vinegar is mixed with soy milk to curdle it, creating a vegan buttermilk substitute that helps make the cupcakes tender and moist.

Can I use a different non-dairy milk for these vegan cupcakes?

Yes, you can use your non-dairy milk of choice, but soy milk is recommended for its protein content which helps with the curdling process when combined with apple cider vinegar.

How do I know when the matcha cupcakes are fully baked?

Bake the cupcakes for 16-18 minutes at 350 degreesF. Insert a bamboo stick into the center of a cupcake; if it comes out clean, they are ready.

What's the best way to store these frosted matcha cupcakes?

Once completely cooled and frosted, store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Can I adjust the intensity of the matcha flavor?

The recipe calls for 2 tsp of matcha in the cake and 1 tsp in the frosting. You can slightly increase or decrease these amounts to suit your preference for a stronger or milder matcha taste.

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Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes
[Vegan]

Name: Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes [Vegan]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 10 large cupcakes
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups plain flour; 2 Tbsp corn starch; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp salt; 2/3 cup sugar; 2 tsp matcha green tea powder; 1 cup soy milk, or non dairy milk of choice; 1 tsp apple cider vinegar; 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp vanilla extract; Frosting:; 1/2 cup vegan margarine; 2 cups icing sugar; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp matcha green tea powder

JW By: Josephine Watmore

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A plate of vibrant green matcha green tea cupcakes, topped with swirls of creamy matcha-infused vegan frosting and ready to be enjoyed.

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Ingredients You Need for Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes [Vegan]

1 1/2 cups plain flour
2 Tbsp corn starch
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2/3 cup sugar
2 tsp matcha green tea powder
1 cup soy milk, or non dairy milk of choice
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla extract

Frosting:

1/2 cup vegan margarine
2 cups icing sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp matcha green tea powder

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How to Prepare Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes [Vegan]

Pre heat oven to 350° F
In a large mixing bowl sift together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder and soda, salt, sugar and green tea powder.
In a seperate smaller bowl mix the soy milk and apple cider vinegar and let sit for a minute or two for the milk to curdle
Add the oil and vanilla to the milk, then mix into the large bowl of dry ingredients. Stir the batter until just combined
Line a cupcake tray with cupcake cases and fill with batter 3/4 of a way up. I used extra large cupcake cases and got 10 out of this recipe
Place in oven and bake for 16-18 minutes, until golden. Poke one with a bamboo stick, if it comes out clean they are ready
Cool completely before icing

For the frosting:

Place butter in a large bowl and cream with an electric whisk, or tough it out and beat it by hand if you don’t have the electrics like me
Add the icing sugar 1/2 cup at a time, beating and combining before adding the next batch, until you have lovely thick creamy frosting. Now mix in the vanilla and Match green tea powder until well combined.
Decorate cupcakes as desired once they are fully cooled