Description
This elegant green cake uses premium matcha powder to achieve a vibrant natural color and sophisticated earthy flavor. Paired with a tangy cream cheese frosting and a moist, tender crumb, it is a perfect dessert for those seeking a unique and refined treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cake flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 teaspoons powdered green tea (matcha)
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 2 teaspoons powdered green tea (matcha), for frosting
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Optional: 1/2 cup sweetened adzuki beans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch round pans, lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking soda, salt, and 4 teaspoons of powdered green tea.
- In a large bowl, beat the white sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and pale, then stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients alternately with the yogurt, beginning and ending with the flour; mix just until incorporated.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 30 minutes before turning them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, sift the confectioners’ sugar and the remaining 2 teaspoons of green tea powder together, then beat with softened butter, cream cheese, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Once the cake layers are completely cool, frost between the layers and over the top and sides, finishing with a light dust of extra matcha powder.
Notes
To maintain the most vibrant emerald color, store your matcha powder in an airtight, opaque container in a cool place, as light and heat can cause the natural pigment to fade. For the cleanest slices, use a sharp serrated knife dipped in warm water and wiped dry between each cut to prevent the cream cheese frosting from sticking.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Asian Fusion