Dark Chocolate Filled Matcha Tarts

KATFEWD
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Sharing over 300 amazing recipes with the world while fueling her own authentic self-developed recipe ideas, katfewd is an Instagram recipe page that inspires you to have fun in the kitchen. Her experiments in the kitchen began since her pre-university days and slowly blossomed into a newfound passion for baking and cooking. When creating new recipe ideas, she focuses on using healthier ingredients, local produce and brands to create more delicious and nutritious meals that everyone can enjoy.

"I enjoy finding ways to give my favourite foods healthy twists using more nutritious ingredients."

Katelyn Tan / @katfewd

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Website: katfewd.com

INTERVIEW WITH KATELYN OF @KATFEWD

First things first, what is @katfewd all about?

@katfewd started off as a little Instagram page where I would share my cooking adventures and document my trials and errors along the way. As my number of recipes grew, it made sense to start a blog where I recipe develop and share my favourite recipes!

First things first, what is @katfewd all about?

@katfewd started off as a little Instagram page where I would share my cooking adventures and document my trials and errors along the way. As my number of recipes grew, it made sense to start a blog where I recipe develop and share my favourite recipes!

How did your passion with cooking start and what kind of foods are you most passionate about?

I started cooking during my gap year in order to (attempt) to eat less instant noodles in my first year of university, and realised I had so much fun in the kitchen! I love baking and experimenting with new recipes; you’ll find me getting my hands dirty kneading dough or watching food videos on YouTube for hours on end!

I love all food — so there’s all sorts of things I make, but in general I try to eat quite healthily! I enjoy finding ways to give my favourite foods healthy twists using more nutritious ingredients. I’m also a big believer in supporting local produce and brands, which I incorporate into my cooks and bakes as much as possible!

Aside from creating recipes, what do you do in your daily life? (Work, hobbies, other passions)

I’m currently in my second year of university! I enjoy being outdoors and love fitness, my favourite would have to be spin (definitely have to exercise to burn of all those calories from trying out new recipes!) I also spend lots of time with my family, friends and my 14-year-old chihuahua, Scruffy!

What is your most favorite creation with Niko Neko Matcha / Houjicha / Genmaicha powder so far?

This is definitely a hard choice, but my favourite recipe has to be the one I make the most — my Genmaicha Butter! You’ll find me eating it straight out of the food processor right after making it — you’ll be lucky if some ends up in the jar! A close contestant would be my Genmaicha Chia Pudding, which I have nearly everyday for breakfast!

What do you like about working with Niko Neko Matcha / Houjicha / Genmaicha powder when creating your recipes?

I find Niko Neko powders blend amazingly with all kinds of milks without being powdery or clumpy, creating the perfect matcha latte or baked good! I’ve used it in everything from bread to overnight oats to tarts and it works every time!

Personal tips for your recipe viewers when working with Matcha recipes.

Be creative and go all out! Matcha powder is definitely a hidden gem in baking. Not only does it taste delicious but it is also full of all the good stuff — antioxidants, vitamins and minerals! Not to mention, with its vibrant shade of green it makes your cakes and tarts look divine!

How did your passion with cooking start and what kind of foods are you most passionate about?

I started cooking during my gap year in order to (attempt) to eat less instant noodles in my first year of university, and realised I had so much fun in the kitchen! I love baking and experimenting with new recipes; you’ll find me getting my hands dirty kneading dough or watching food videos on YouTube for hours on end!

I love all food — so there’s all sorts of things I make, but in general I try to eat quite healthily! I enjoy finding ways to give my favourite foods healthy twists using more nutritious ingredients. I’m also a big believer in supporting local produce and brands, which I incorporate into my cooks and bakes as much as possible!

Aside from creating recipes, what do you do in your daily life?

I’m currently in my second year of university! I enjoy being outdoors and love fitness, my favourite would have to be spin (definitely have to exercise to burn of all those calories from trying out new recipes!) I also spend lots of time with my family, friends and my 14-year-old chihuahua, Scruffy!

What is your most favorite creation with Niko Neko Matcha / Houjicha / Genmaicha powder so far?

This is definitely a hard choice, but my favourite recipe has to be the one I make the most — my Genmaicha Butter! You’ll find me eating it straight out of the food processor right after making it — you’ll be lucky if some ends up in the jar! A close contestant would be my Genmaicha Chia Pudding, which I have nearly everyday for breakfast!

What do you like about working with Niko Neko Matcha / Houjicha / Genmaicha powder when creating your recipes?

I find Niko Neko powders blend amazingly with all kinds of milks without being powdery or clumpy, creating the perfect matcha latte or baked good! I’ve used it in everything from bread to overnight oats to tarts and it works every time!

Personal tips for your recipe viewers when working with Matcha recipes.

Be creative and go all out! Matcha powder is definitely a hidden gem in baking. Not only does it taste delicious but it is also full of all the good stuff — antioxidants, vitamins and minerals! Not to mention, with its vibrant shade of green it makes your cakes and tarts look divine!

RECIPE

Dark Chocolate Filled Matcha Tarts

by katfewd

Makes 12 - 15 mini tarts

Ingredients

Tart crust:
3 tsp YURI / Matcha powder
75 g unsalted butter, softened
1 tbsp sugar
1 egg yolk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup AP flour
Chopped hazelnuts/pistachios to garnish

Filling:
200g chopped dark chocolate
228g heavy cream

Method To Assemble

Grease a muffin tray with butter or olive oil.
Mix butter and sugar in a bowl, then add in the yolk and vanilla extract. Add the matcha powder and flour and knead until a smooth dough forms. Wrap with cling film and chill for 30 minutes to an hour in the fridge.
Roll out using a rolling pin and using a tart ring or using a knife, cut out circles to fit the muffin tin. Press the dough evenly into the muffin tin until all the dough is used up.
Using a fork, create holes in the base so air can escape during baking, then place in the freezer while you preheat your oven to 170°C.
Bake for 12 - 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before removing, and store in the fridge while you make your filling.
To make the filling, heat heavy cream in a pan on medium low until warm without boiling, then pour the cream over the chocolate in a separate bowl. Mix to combine until the chocolate is melted, then pour into the tart shells.
Top with the hazelnuts and pistachios, then let chill in the fridge for an hour or until set.

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