Matcha Cake

Delight your taste buds with the earthy elegance of this Matcha Cake, a luxurious dessert that combines the rich, grassy undertones of premium matcha powder with the airy softness of a perfectly baked sponge. Ideal for tea lovers, this cake boasts a vibrant green hue and a moist, tender crumb, thanks to the balance of whole milk and softened butter. Fluffy whipped cream crowns this masterpiece, adding a creamy finish that melts in your mouth. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward steps, this impressive cake is perfect for celebrations or as a sophisticated treat alongside your favorite cup of tea. Bake this matcha-infused delight to impress guests or to simply savor a slice of Zen in dessert form!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 10 grams matcha powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 100 grams unsalted butter, softened
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 120 milliliters whole milk
• 60 milliliters heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes using a hand mixer on medium speed.

Step 4

Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Alternately add the dry ingredients and the milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Optionally, you can gently fold in a small amount of additional matcha powder for a light green hue.

Step 10

Top the cooled cake with the whipped cream, slicing and serving as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	756.4 grams (756.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2482

Total Fat 117.00g	150%
Saturated Fat 68.90g	345%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 665mg	222%
Sodium 1488mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 319.10g	116%
Dietary Fiber 10.40g	37%
Total Sugars 157.00g
Protein 42.60g	85%

Vitamin D 135IU	673%
Calcium 257mg	20%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 568mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 51.1%