Description
Matcha Green Tea Layer Cake is a stunning dessert that combines earthy, aromatic matcha powder with fluffy cake layers and smooth whipped cream or buttercream frosting. This elegant cake is mildly sweet with a delicate bitterness from the matcha, perfect for tea lovers and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups (210g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream or plain yogurt
- For the frosting: 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream or buttercream base
- 2–3 tablespoons powdered sugar (if using whipped cream)
- Optional: Extra matcha powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix the milk and sour cream together in a separate cup.
- Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in 3 parts, alternating with the milk mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whip the cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, or prepare your frosting of choice.
- Layer the cakes with frosting between each layer and on top. Optionally, dust with matcha powder before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality culinary grade matcha for the best flavor and color.
- The cake pairs beautifully with a light whipped cream frosting to let the matcha shine.
- For a stronger green tea flavor, add an extra 1/2 tablespoon of matcha.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving for clean slices and firm frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: matcha cake, green tea layer cake, matcha dessert, Japanese cake, matcha whipped cream cake