Description
Elevate your dessert game with our Matcha Green Tea Layer Cake, a delicious blend of earthy matcha flavor and fluffy cake layers. This stunning cake not only delights the taste buds but also brings a touch of zen to your dessert table, making it perfect for special occasions or a cozy afternoon treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Matcha Powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter (softened)
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the cake bakes evenly and rises properly.
- Prepare the Cake Pans: Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking. You can also line the bottoms with parchment paper for extra assurance.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and matcha powder until well combined. This helps to evenly distribute the matcha throughout the cake.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This process incorporates air into the mixture, contributing to the cake’s light texture.
- Add the Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. This ensures that the eggs are fully incorporated, leading to a smoother batter.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense cake.
- Bake the Cakes: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prepare the Frosting: While the cakes cool, prepare your frosting of choice. Beat together softened butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of milk until creamy. For a matcha frosting, simply add more matcha powder to taste.
- Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Notes
- Measure Accurately: Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements, especially for the matcha powder to ensure the perfect flavor.
- Sift the Matcha: Sift the matcha powder before adding it to the dry ingredients to avoid clumps and achieve a smooth batter.
- Cool Completely: Ensure the cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Use Quality Matcha: Invest in high-quality ceremonial grade matcha for the best flavor and color.
- Chill the Cake: Refrigerate the frosted cake for about 30 minutes before serving to help the frosting set and enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Matcha, Green Tea, Layer Cake, Dessert, Baking