Crispy, chewy, and full of matcha goodness — these Matcha Egg Waffles (aka “gai daan jai” or bubble waffles) are a street snack favorite with a modern green tea twist. They’re fun to make, beautiful to serve, and even better topped with ice cream or fruit.
🌿 What Are Matcha Egg Waffles?
Originating in Hong Kong, egg waffles are bubble-shaped pastries made in a special honeycomb-style waffle iron. The outside is crispy while the inside stays chewy and soft. By adding Leafmill ceremonial-grade matcha, we give this classic snack an elegant, earthy flavor and vibrant green color.
They’re perfect as a snack, dessert base, or café-style brunch.
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 2 waffles)
- 100g all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Leafmill ceremonial-grade matcha (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 80g sugar
- 100ml milk
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp melted butter or neutral oil
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
👩🍳 How to Make Matcha Egg Waffles
1. Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, matcha, baking powder, and salt.
2. Whisk wet ingredients
In another bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, milk, honey, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth and slightly frothy.
3. Combine
Pour the wet mixture into the dry and whisk until smooth. Let the batter rest for 15–20 minutes.
4. Preheat your waffle pan
Use a bubble waffle iron (electric or stovetop). Lightly oil and heat until hot.
5. Cook
Pour batter evenly into the pan. Close and flip (if stovetop) or close lid (if electric). Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
6. Serve
Serve warm, folded in a cone or flat on a plate. Top with matcha ice cream, whipped cream, fruit, or a drizzle of condensed milk.
💡 Pro Tips
- Use Leafmill ceremonial-grade matcha for smooth taste and brilliant color.
- Don’t overfill the mold—spread batter just enough to coat the bubbles.
- Batter improves after resting—make it ahead for best texture.
🌱 Why Choose LEAFMILL Matcha?
Our matcha is harvested from the high-altitude tea gardens of Zhejiang, Fujian, and Hubei. Shade-grown, stone-ground, and made from first-flush leaves, it offers bright color, smooth flavor, and no bitterness—ideal for all culinary use.
Find more matcha-powered breakfasts on our Recipes Page, or visit our Tea Garden Page to learn where our tea comes from.
