Fluffy steamed muffins flavored with matcha and sweet azuki beans
You can also substitute the azuki beans with black beans or candied beans (ama-natto) for variety.
15 minutes
Kaori Yanagawa
PROFILE
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 6
Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings
When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.
- 3/4 cup cake flour
- 2tsp. matcha powder
- 1/2tsp. baking powder
- 1/4tsp. baking soda
- 1 3/4 oz granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 3 1/2 oz water
- 1tbsp. vegetable oil
- sweetened azuki beans (to taste)
DIRECTIONS
- 1
In a bowl, sift together the flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and baking soda. Add granulated sugar and mix.
- 2
Add water and mix until slightly lumpy, then stir in the vegetable oil.
- 3
Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full with batter, then top with sweetened azuki beans.
- 4
Place in a steamer with boiling water and steam over high heat for 8–10 minutes.
RecipeID
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Tips & Notes
・Adjust sugar depending on your preference.
・You can replace the azuki beans with candied black beans or ama-natto.
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I am a culinary expert and medical doctor, living with my husband, daughter, and son. My goal is to create comforting home-cooked meals that can be enjoyed every day without ever getting boring.