Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Matcha Mochi Brownies, where a unique blend of chewy texture meets the earthy richness of matcha. These brownies are not just a treat for the taste buds; they’re an adventure in flavor that fuses traditional Japanese elements with classic dessert appeal. Topped with a luscious homemade matcha ganache, these brownies are perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to special celebrations. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe is ideal for bakers of all levels looking to impress their guests or simply treat themselves.
Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons culinary matcha powder (sifted)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ cups milk
- 2 ⅓ cups mochiko
- 1 ¼ teaspoons fine sea salt
- For Ganache: 6 ounces white chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon culinary matcha powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, eggs, sifted matcha powder, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine mochiko and salt; gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For ganache: Melt white chocolate chips with heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth. Mix in matcha powder until well blended.
- Once brownies cool completely, pour ganache on top and let set before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg