Recipes for Matcha Powder

Safe ways to use matcha powder past its expiration date

Matcha Smoothie Bowl

Matcha Smoothie Bowl

Create a nutritious and vibrant matcha smoothie bowl using expired but safe matcha powder. Be sure to blend the ingredients thoroughly for food safety.

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

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon expired matcha powder
  • 1 ripe banana, frozen
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • Toppings of choice: sliced fruits, granola, nuts, etc.

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the matcha powder, frozen banana, spinach, almond milk, and Greek yogurt.
  2. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the mixture into a bowl and add your desired toppings.
  4. Enjoy immediately.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Matcha Pancakes

Matcha Pancakes

Delicious and fluffy matcha pancakes made with slightly expired but safe matcha powder.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon matcha powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Maple syrup and fresh berries for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and matcha powder.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  8. Serve the matcha pancakes with maple syrup and fresh berries.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Matcha Latte

Matcha Latte

Enjoy a comforting matcha latte using expired but safe matcha powder. Remember to properly heat the milk to ensure food safety.

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

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon expired matcha powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon honey or sweetener of choice
  • Hot water

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk the matcha powder with a small amount of hot water until it forms a smooth paste.
  2. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium-low heat until hot but not boiling.
  3. Transfer the hot milk to a blender and add the matcha paste and honey.
  4. Blend on high speed until frothy and well combined.
  5. Pour into a mug and enjoy immediately.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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