Matcha Breakfast Pillows
Baked alternative to donuts, loaded with antioxidant-rich Matcha powder.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 packet rapid rise instant yeast
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable shortening
- 3/4 cups water
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (grated)
- 1/3 cup matcha powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- confectioner's sugar (to garnish)
Directions
Step 1
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Combine the instant yeast, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, Matcha powder, salt, baking powder and 1 cup of the flour in a mixing bowl. |
Step 2
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Add water, vegetable shortening and ripe banana. Cream until smooth, then add in the sugar and the almond extract. |
Step 3
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Add the remaining cup of flour a little bit at a time until the dough separates from the sides of the bowl. |
Step 4
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Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead until slightly elastic. |
Step 5
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Place the dough in a greased bowl and let rise for 20 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. |
Step 6
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Roll out the dough and form desired shapes. Place the dough shapes on a greased cookie sheet and bake for 5-8 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. |
Step 7
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Glaze donuts or sprinkle with confectioner's sugar and serve hot. Goes great with maple syrup. |
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