Kann ich das Rezept auch glutenfrei machen?

Ja, mit einem glutenfreien Mehlmix und 1 TL Bindemittel (z. B. Johannisbrotkernmehl) funktioniert es genauso gut.

Welche vegane Sahne eignet sich am besten fürs Topping?

Am besten funktioniert aufschlagbare Hafersahne oder Sojasahne – sie wird schön fest und behält Struktur.

Kann ich die Muffins einfrieren?

Ja, aber am besten ohne Topping. Nach dem Auftauen frisch mit der Matcha-Sahne garnieren.

Wie intensiv schmeckt der Matcha im Topping?

Mild, cremig und leicht herb – unser HEALTHBAR Ceremonial Matcha bringt genau die richtige Balance zur süßen Basis.

Was kann ich statt Lebkuchengewürz verwenden?

Eine Mischung aus Zimt, Muskat, Nelken und Ingwer funktioniert wunderbar – oder einfach Pumpkin Spice.

Advent muffins with matcha cream

Christmassy, green, creamy 🎄💚

These moist gingerbread muffins with airy matcha cream are the perfect festive treat with a modern twist. Spicy, sweet, fluffy – topped with our HEALTHBAR Ceremonial Matcha Cream and decorated with powdered sugar & Glitter. Holiday feeling guaranteed!

These muffins taste like winter markets, the scent of cookies, and candlelight—but without any of the classic Christmas clichés. The base is a moist gingerbread dough with spelt flour, fine spices, and a soft texture.

The highlight: A creamy topping made from vegan matcha cream, whipped with HEALTHBAR Ceremonial Matcha for a green glow and a subtly tart balance to the sweet base. Perfect for Advent coffee, gift boxes, or as a creative contrast to a cookie plate.

Go straight to the recipe

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✨ Ingredients for about 9 muffins

🧁 For the muffins:

200 g spelt flour
120 g unrefined sugar
1 heaped teaspoon gingerbread spice
1 ½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp baking soda
1 pinch of salt
150 g plant-based milk (e.g. oat)
20 ml lemon juice
50 g liquid vegan butter
30 g liquid coconut oil

🍵 For the matcha cream topping

250 g vegan whipped cream
50 g powdered sugar
5g HEALTHBAR Ceremonial Matcha –to the product

🧊 Decoration ideas

Sugar pearls
powdered sugar
dried cranberries
small rosemary sprigs

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🧑‍🍳 Here's how – step by step

1. Preparation:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan/convection oven). Line a muffin tin with paper baking cups or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare the dough
In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, gingerbread spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt) thoroughly. In a second bowl, stir in the liquid ingredients (plant-based milk, lemon juice, vegan butter, and coconut oil) until smooth. Then combine the ingredients and stir just until a smooth batter forms.

3. Baking
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and bake for about 20 minutes. Check with a toothpick to see if they're cooked through. Let the muffins cool completely.

4. Prepare the matcha cream
Whip the vegan whipped cream with the powdered sugar and the HEALTHBAR Ceremonial Matcha until stiff. Transfer to a piping bag.

5. Decorate
Top the cooled muffins with the matcha cream. Decorate with sugar pearls, powdered sugar, or other Christmas-themed toppings, if desired. Enjoy or refrigerate.

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💡 Tips & Tricks

For more spice, optionally add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon or ginger powder to the dough.
Topping upgrade: Matcha chocolate (grated or melted) instead of sugar pearls.
The muffins (with topping) will keep fresh in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Ideal for gift boxes or brunch buffets!

Can I make the recipe gluten-free?

Yes, it works just as well with a gluten-free flour mix and 1 teaspoon of binding agent (e.g. locust bean gum).

Which vegan cream is best for topping?

Whipped oat cream or soy cream works best – it sets nicely and retains its structure.

Can I freeze the muffins?

Yes, but best served without topping. After thawing, garnish with the matcha cream.

What can I use instead of gingerbread spice?

A mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger works wonderfully – or simply pumpkin spice.