Matcha Pumpkin Spice Muffin Loaf (Printable)
Soft loaf fuses green tea and pumpkin spice for a fragrant slice, ideal with coffee or afternoon tea.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons matcha powder, culinary grade
03 - 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
08 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
10 - 2 large eggs
11 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
12 - 1/4 cup whole milk
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Toppings
14 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
15 - 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, matcha powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until homogenous.
03 - In a separate medium bowl, whisk pumpkin purée, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, whole milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is fully blended and smooth.
04 - Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.
05 - Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the surface and sprinkle pumpkin seeds and turbinado sugar on top, if desired.
06 - Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
07 - Allow loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice to serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Unique fusion of Japanese matcha and classic pumpkin spice for a delicious twist.
- Moist, tender texture that stays fresh for days.
02 -
- This loaf can be made vegan or gluten-free with simple ingredient swaps.
- Store at room temperature for up to three days or freeze individual slices for longer freshness.
03 -
- Use high quality culinary matcha for brighter color and flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the loaf tender.