- Matcha crêpes: light, beautifully green and fragrant with Japanese green tea.
- Matcha pairs just as well with sweet toppings as with more indulgent versions.
- Organic culinary-grade matcha is all you need to color and flavor the batter.
Matcha crêpes bring an innovative twist to traditional crêpe recipes. With their beautiful green color and the distinct taste of green tea, they appeal to the eyes as much as the taste buds. This article will guide you step by step to master this original recipe, ideal for breakfast or a delicious afternoon snack.
Ingredients needed for matcha crêpes
To make about 15 matcha crêpes, here are the ingredients you will need:
- 250 g of flour
- 3 eggs
- 500 ml of milk (cow's, almond or soy)
- 50 g of butter + a few knobs for cooking
- 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon of matcha tea
Preparing the matcha crêpe batter
To start, make the crêpe batter as you normally would:
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.
- Add the eggs and mix until you get a homogeneous consistency.
- Gradually pour in the milk while continuing to mix to avoid lumps.
- Melt the butter and fold it into the batter along with the granulated sugar.
Adding the matcha and cooking the crêpes
Once your crêpe batter is ready, it's time to add the unique touch of matcha:
- Divide the batter between two different bowls.
- In one of the bowls, add the matcha tea and mix well until no lumps remain.
For cooking:
- Heat a lightly buttered pan over medium heat.
- Pour in your batter in small amounts, either separately or by creating creative patterns if you wish.
- Cook each crêpe for about 2 minutes on each side.
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Topping suggestions to accompany your matcha crêpes
Your crêpes are ready, but now it's time for indulgence! Here are some topping ideas to elevate your matcha crêpes:
- Maple syrup
- Fruit jam
- Honey
- Palm oil-free spread
- Crushed cashew nuts
- Apple sauce
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You can also adapt this recipe to suit your dietary preferences or get creative:
- Gluten-free: Use rice flour instead of wheat flour.
- Lactose-free: Replace cow's milk with almond or soy milk.
- For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla or some grated orange zest to the batter.
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For a perfect preparation of your matcha crêpes, why not explore our products? You'll find a selection of quality matcha teas as well as traditional accessories.
At Kumiko Matcha, we are committed to offering organic, 100% natural matcha teas sourced directly from Japan. Every year, I visit our partner farmers and see the quality of their tea leaves for myself.
With these tips and tricks, you're now ready to impress your loved ones with matcha crêpes that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Enjoy your meal!
