Matcha Donuts for Daaaays

Matcha lends a wonderful color and flavor to these delicate baked donuts, which are (as always) gluten-free and vegan. These make a great afternoon pick-me-up with a cup of iced or hot tea! #yum

Check out this Matcha Spirulina Overnight Oats recipe HERE for more yummy nutrient-dense green treats! You can also use matcha in recipes such as my Spirulina Nice Cream for a rich nutrient-packed treat.

Matcha Donuts

Yields 6

Ingredients:

For Donuts:

1/2 cup vegan vanilla protein powder

1/2 cup gluten-free oat flour

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp matcha powder

pinch of sea salt

1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk

3 or 4 TBSP pure maple syrup

1 vegan egg (or chia egg/other will work too!)

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

1 TBSP avocado oil (or melted coconut oil)

coconut oil spray, for pan

For Glaze:

3/4 cup unsweetened coconut yogurt

2 TBSP vegan vanilla protein powder

3/4 tsp matcha

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350F and grease donut tin with avocado oil or high-heat-safe oil of choice.

2. Sift the dry ingredients together, then stir the wet ingredients into the dry.

3. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.

4. Let pan cool on a wire rack, then glaze and ENJOY!

Matcha is very versatile, vibrantly green, and wonderfully good for you. It's nutritious as well and has a whole host of great benefits, such as antioxidants and offers a great boost of energy. Pair these donuts with a cup of green tea or the richer organic matcha tea for an extra boost of flavorful matcha to your healthy lifestyle!