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Halloween No-bake Chocolate Matcha Cupcakes recipe

Halloween No-bake Chocolate Matcha Cupcakes


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  • Author: Lisa
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 9 mini cupcakes 1x

Description

Halloween No-bake Chocolate Matcha Cupcakes are an easy, festive treat featuring a chewy chocolate base, gooey ganache center, and whipped matcha frosting. No oven needed, just blend, chill, and serve. Perfect for Halloween parties or fun spooky desserts!


Ingredients

Scale

½ cup almond flour

½ cup raw almonds (or use 1 cup raw almonds total if skipping almond flour)

½ cup coconut flour

2 tbsp cocoa powder (1 tbsp regular + 1 tbsp black cocoa powder)

1 tsp espresso powder

1 cup Medjool dates, pitted

1 cup coconut cream

1 tsp agave syrup or coconut nectar

1 tbsp matcha powder

¼ cup coconut nectar or agave syrup

¼ cup cocoa powder (2 tbsp regular + 2 tbsp black cocoa powder)

2 tbsp coconut oil


Instructions

  • Make the chocolate base:

    • Combine almond flour, raw almonds, coconut flour, cocoa powders, and espresso powder in a food processor. Blend until the almonds are coarsely ground.

    • Add the pitted dates and process until the mixture holds together and resembles wet sand.

  • Form the cupcakes:

    • Line 9 mini cupcake tins with liners.

    • Roll the base mixture into 9 equal balls. Press each one into a liner, shaping into a firm cupcake base.

    • Use your finger to make a well in the center of each cupcake.

  • Prepare the matcha icing:

    • In a large mixing bowl, whip the coconut cream until it reaches medium peaks using a hand mixer or whisk.

    • Add the agave or coconut nectar and matcha powder, then beat again until well blended.

    • Transfer the icing to a piping bag or zip-top bag and refrigerate to firm up.

  • Make the ganache filling:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together coconut nectar, cocoa powders, and coconut oil until you get a thick, sticky ganache.

  • Assemble the cupcakes:

    • Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the ganache into the center of each cupcake.

    • Pipe the matcha frosting over each cupcake, covering the ganache well.

  • Decorate and chill:

    • Dust with black cocoa powder or drizzle leftover ganache for a Halloween vibe.

    • Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use soft Medjool dates or soak for 10 minutes to blend easily.

Chill coconut cream overnight to separate thick cream for whipping.

Adjust matcha amount to get your desired green hue without overpowering flavor.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
  • Category: Dessert

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: ~220
  • Sugar: ~11g
  • Carbohydrates: ~18g
  • Protein: ~5g