Recipes for Green Tea Extract Capsules

Safe ways to use green tea extract capsules past its expiration date

Green Tea Extract Smoothie

Green Tea Extract Smoothie

A refreshing smoothie that uses expired green tea extract capsules, reducing food waste while ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
1

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup spinach leaves
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 2 expired green tea extract capsules

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice the ripe banana.
  2. In a blender, combine the banana slices, spinach leaves, almond milk, chia seeds, and the contents of the expired green tea extract capsules.
  3. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Green Tea Energy Balls

Green Tea Energy Balls

Nutritious energy balls made with expired green tea extract capsules, reducing food waste while ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons expired green tea extract capsules

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond butter, honey, shredded coconut, chia seeds, and the contents of the expired green tea extract capsules.
  2. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
  3. Take small portions of the mixture and roll into bite-sized balls.
  4. Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the balls to firm up.
  6. Once firm, transfer the energy balls to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
  7. Enjoy as a healthy snack whenever needed.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Green Tea Extract Capsule Cookies

Green Tea Extract Capsule Cookies

Delicious and chewy cookies made with slightly expired green tea extract capsules, reducing food waste while ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
20 minutes
Cook time:
12 minutes
Servings:
24

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 green tea extract capsules, slightly past expiration

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.
  6. Crush the green tea extract capsules and fold them into the dough.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto a greased baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Green Tea Extract Capsule Ice Cream

Green Tea Extract Capsule Ice Cream

A creamy and refreshing ice cream made with slightly expired green tea extract capsules, reducing food waste while ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 slightly expired green tea extract capsules

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
  3. Open the green tea extract capsules and add the powder to the cream mixture. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  5. Once churned, transfer the ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  6. Serve and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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