Green Tea and Five-Spice Cupcakes

Green Tea and Five-Spice Cupcakes
95 min.
24
198kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful twist on a classic dessert: Green Tea and Five-Spice Cupcakes. These enchanting treats combine the earthy notes of green tea with the aromatic complexity of five-spice powder, creating a flavor profile that is both unique and irresistible. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes are not only visually appealing but also a feast for the senses.

Imagine biting into a soft, moist cupcake that carries the subtle bitterness of green tea, perfectly balanced by the warm, fragrant spices. Topped with a luscious buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are finished with a sprinkle of flaked coconut, adding a delightful texture and a hint of tropical sweetness. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave your guests asking for more.

Whether you're hosting a tea party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, these Green Tea and Five-Spice Cupcakes are sure to impress. With a preparation time of just 95 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch for 24 servings, making them ideal for gatherings. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to embark on a baking adventure that will elevate your dessert game to new heights!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • cup tea green cold brewed
  • cup butter unsalted softened
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons whipping cream 
  • 1.5 teaspoons five-spice powder 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup coconut flakes flaked

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. Make and bake cake mix as directed on box for cupcakes, using oil and eggs and substituting tea for the water. Cool 10 minutes; remove cupcakes from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  4. In medium bowl, beat butter and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed 30 seconds. Reduce speed to low.
  5. Add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating until blended.
  6. Add 1 tablespoon of the whipping cream, the five-spice powder and salt. Beat until light and fluffy. If necessary, beat in remaining whipping cream, 1 teaspoon at a time, until frosting is smooth and spreadable.
  7. Pipe or spread frosting on cupcakes. Top with coconut.

Nutrition Facts

Calories198kcal
Protein1.95%
Fat41.8%
Carbs56.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
2.2621739207888%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.15mg
Epigallocatechin
0.79mg
Epicatechin
0.21mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.58mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.92mg
Theaflavin
0.16mg
Thearubigins
7.99mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.22mg
Theaflavin-3,3'-digallate
0.17mg
Theaflavin-3'-gallate
0.15mg
Gallocatechin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:197.57kcal
9.88%
Fat:9.31g
14.32%
Saturated Fat:6g
37.51%
Carbohydrates:28.17g
9.39%
Net Carbohydrates:27.77g
10.1%
Sugar:19.23g
21.37%
Cholesterol:21.75mg
7.25%
Sodium:171.15mg
7.44%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Protein:0.98g
1.96%
Phosphorus:71.71mg
7.17%
Vitamin A:254.74IU
5.09%
Calcium:48.9mg
4.89%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.41%
Folate:15.55µg
3.89%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.51%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.4%
Vitamin E:0.43mg
2.89%
Iron:0.49mg
2.72%
Vitamin B3:0.51mg
2.55%
Fiber:0.4g
1.61%
Selenium:1µg
1.43%
Copper:0.03mg
1.3%
Vitamin K:1.33µg
1.27%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.08%