Matcha McDonald's Fritters
Make delicious Matcha McDonald's-inspired fritters in just 25 minutes! These golden fried matcha treats are crispy outside, fluffy inside with sweet matcha flavor.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- fork
- wooden spoon
- heavy-bottomed pot
- deep-fry thermometer
- slotted spoon
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- paper towels
- knife
- cutting board
- sieve
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp high-quality matcha powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted and cooled
For Frying & Finishing
- vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and matcha powder until the green matcha is evenly distributed throughout the dry ingredients.
- In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg with a fork, then whisk in the whole milk, granulated sugar, and cooled melted butter until fully combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a wooden spoon until just combined; the batter should be slightly lumpy but without dry flour pockets.
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F, using a deep-fry thermometer to monitor the temperature.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of batter into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed, flipping once with a slotted spoon.
- Remove the fried matcha fritters and drain on a paper towel-lined plate for 1 minute to absorb excess oil.
- Sift confectioners' sugar generously over the warm fritters just before serving for a sweet finish.
Notes
Use a deep-fry thermometer for accurate oil temperature. Do not overmix the batter; lumps are fine.