DIRTEA Matcha Doughnuts

Matcha Doughnuts. But make them functional. 

These golden, sugar-dusted delights combine the creamy richness of pastry cream with the earthy, uplifting flavour of DIRTEA Matcha for a treat that’s as good for your mind as it is for your taste buds.

DIRTEA Matcha isn’t your average matcha powder. It’s enhanced with Lion’s Mane and Cordyceps mushrooms to support focus, calm energy, and mental clarity - so you can enjoy your sweet moments without the sugar crash.

Whether you’re baking for friends or elevating your weekend ritual, these doughnuts transform an indulgent classic into something meaningful, mindful, and deliciously green.

Why add DIRTEA Matcha to your baking ritual?

DIRTEA Matcha brings more than flavour. It brings function.

Every scoop contains high-grade Japanese matcha infused with powerful adaptogenic mushrooms designed to help you focus, energise, and stay balanced throughout your day.

Here’s what makes it special:

• Lion’s Mane for cognitive clarity and sharper focus

• Cordyceps for sustained, calm energy without the caffeine crash

• Antioxidant-rich matcha for immunity and glowing skin

• Smooth, creamy taste that blends perfectly into baking, lattes, and desserts

This is a recipe that nourishes while it satisfies - A perfect example of what we mean when we say: make your rituals meaningful.

Matcha Pastry Cream 

Ingredients

• 500g whole milk

• 1 tsp vanilla bean paste

• 6 egg yolks, large

• 90g granulated sugar

• 30g cornstarch

• 24g DIRTEA Matcha

• 40g unsalted butter, cold

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine milk and vanilla. Heat on medium until steam appears, then turn off the heat.

2. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and DIRTEA Matcha until smooth.

3. Slowly pour the hot milk into the yolk mixture while whisking, then return everything to the saucepan.

4. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thick and custard-like. Remove from heat and mix in the butter.

5. Strain if lumpy, then cover with cling film and let cool to room temperature before chilling for at least 4 hours.

Matcha Doughnuts

Ingredients

• 7g active/instant dry yeast

• 25g granulated sugar

• 140g milk (room temperature)

• 280g strong bread flour

• 24g DIRTEA Matcha

• 1 large egg (room temperature)

• 30g unsalted butter (softened)

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk yeast, sugar, and milk. Let activate until foamy.

2. In a stand mixer, combine flour and matcha, then add the wet mixture and egg.

3. Mix until combined, then knead for 5 minutes. Add butter and continue kneading until smooth and elastic.

4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).

5. Punch down, divide into 8 pieces (~70g each), and roll into balls.

6. Proof again for 25–30 minutes.

7. Fry or air fry until golden, then coat in sugar.

8. Pipe in the chilled matcha pastry cream - and enjoy immediately.

FAQs

Does baking with matcha reduce its benefits?
Not at all. While heat can mellow the flavour, the powerful antioxidants and adaptogens in DIRTEA Matcha remain active.

Can I use plant-based milk and butter?
Absolutely. Oat or almond milk and vegan butter both work beautifully.

How do these compare to normal doughnuts?
They taste just as indulgent, but with functional ingredients that help with focus, energy, and calm. No sugar crashes here.

Can I make them ahead of time?
Yes. The dough and pastry cream can both be made the day before for a smoother morning ritual.