Matcha Green Tea Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

This Matcha Green Tea Cake recipe offers a unique twist on traditional cake with its vibrant green color and earthy flavor. Made with high-quality matcha powder, this cake is perfect for tea lovers and those looking to try something new.

The recipe is simple to follow and yields a moist, fluffy cake that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a light frosting. It’s an excellent choice for special occasions or a delightful afternoon treat.

Delicious Matcha Green Tea Cake

This cake features layers of soft and fluffy matcha-infused sponge, providing a subtle sweetness balanced by the distinct flavor of green tea. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and matcha powder.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir until just combined. Add vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.