Matcha Buttercream Frosting Recipe
This vibrant and creamy Matcha Buttercream recipe combines the earthy flavor of matcha green tea powder with a smooth vegan buttercream base. Perfect for frosting cupcakes, cakes, or cookies, this dairy-free frosting offers a subtle sweetness and an elegant green hue. It can be made uniformly green or swirled to create a beautiful two-tone effect, making your desserts both delicious and visually appealing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes worth of frosting 1x
- Category: Dessert Frosting
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Buttercream Base
- 1 cup vegan butter, softened to room temperature
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Flavoring
- 2 teaspoons matcha powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Butter: Measure 1 cup of vegan butter and leave it on the counter until it reaches room temperature. If short on time, place it near the oven to soften, but be careful not to let it melt.
- Whip the Butter: Transfer the softened butter to the bowl of a stand or hand mixer. Whip for a couple of minutes until creamy and smooth.
- Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add ½ cup of powdered sugar at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the mixture starts to look like frosting. Stir in the vanilla extract and whip again until completely smooth.
- Incorporate Matcha: For a uniformly green buttercream, add all 2 teaspoons of matcha powder to the frosting and mix thoroughly. Alternatively, to create a white and green swirled effect, divide the frosting into two portions and mix 1 teaspoon of matcha powder into one half only. Add more matcha powder if a stronger flavor or deeper color is desired.
- Frost Your Desserts: This recipe yields enough frosting to generously cover 12 cupcakes. Use a piping bag for neat decoration or a knife to spread frosting evenly onto your baked goods.
Notes
- Ensure the vegan butter is softened but not melted to achieve the best frosting texture.
- Adjust the amount of matcha powder according to your flavor and color preference.
- This frosting works beautifully on cupcakes, layer cakes, and cookies.
- Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week; re-whip before using.
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