Matcha Donuts with Chocolate Glaze: Light and Delicious

Try these delicious matcha donuts—light, oven-baked, and perfect for a sweet snack or breakfast. Finished with a semi-sweet chocolate glaze, they combine matcha’s earthy notes with rich chocolate for a treat you’ll want to make again and again.

Ingredients (makes 6 donuts)

• 3/4 cup cake flour
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp Organic Ceremonial Matcha
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1/3 cup whole milk
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tbsp honey

For the chocolate glaze

• 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Sprinkles (optional)

Method

Step 1: Make the donuts

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat to 220°C (425°F) and lightly grease a donut pan with cooking spray.
2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, kosher salt, and matcha.
3. Add the wet ingredients: Add the beaten egg, milk, melted butter, and honey. Stir gently until just combined (avoid overmixing).
4. Fill the pan: Use a piping bag (or a plastic bag with the corner snipped) to fill each cavity about 3/4 full.

Step 2: Bake

1. Bake: Bake for about 8 minutes, until risen and a toothpick comes out clean.
2. Cool: Let the donuts cool a few minutes in the pan, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Step 3: Make the chocolate glaze

1. Melt the chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips over a bain-marie, or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
2. Glaze the donuts: Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the melted chocolate, then add sprinkles if you like. Let set before serving.

Tip

Prefer a less sweet donut? Skip the chocolate glaze and enjoy them plain. For a creamier twist, try a white chocolate glaze—it pairs beautifully with matcha.

Nutritional Highlights

These oven-baked donuts are lighter than traditional fried donuts, while matcha brings its natural antioxidants. A balanced treat with a soft, fluffy bite.

When to Enjoy

Perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. Store in an airtight container for 1–2 days.

Diet

A great alternative for anyone looking for baked (not fried) donuts. You can also make a lactose-free version using plant-based milk and vegan butter.

Helpful Links

• Discover our organic ceremonial matcha to make these matcha chocolate donuts.
• Also try our Matcha Latte recipe for another green tea treat.
• Are you a professional? We’re also a matcha supplier for businesses.