MATCHA GREEN TEA CAKE
This is how to make a soft, moist, and delicious green tea cake that can be warmed up again and again.
Provided by Lumineer Academy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch baking dish.
- Combine eggs, 2 egg whites, and 3/4 cup egg whites in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until thick and doubled in volume. Add ingredients one at a time, beating 15 to 30 seconds after each addition, in the following order: sugar, honey, flour, baking powder, matcha, vanilla extract, butter, and buttermilk. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 53.7 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 154.5 mg, Sugar 17.3 g
MATCHA (GREEN TEA) POUND CAKE
I've been carrying this recipe around for so long that I have no idea where I found it. Note: Matcha is specially processed powdered green tea. You cannot substitute regular green tea that has been ground or crushed.
Provided by Akikobay
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare 2 loaf pans (9x5x3) by buttering and lining with parchment paper. Butter the parchment paper as well.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, matcha, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and the powdered sugar for 3 minutes or until light and fluffy.
- Add the yolks into the butter mixture, one at a time, mixing well in between each addition.
- Add the dry ingredients into the butter and yolk mixture and set aside momentarily.
- In a large clean bowl, beat the egg whites and salt until soft peaks form.
- Fold the beaten egg whites into the yolk batter and gently mix until incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the loaf pans and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60 to 70 minutes until this passes the clean wooden skewer test.
- Cool for 10 minutes, dismount and cool on a rack.
GREEN TEA MATCHA CAKE ROLL
I love matcha green tea. I used to be able to get tons of delicious matcha desserts while I was in China. After coming to the States, I've been searching and trying, and finally came up with this one for matcha cake.
Provided by Vanessa
Time 2h3m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sift flour, 3 tablespoons matcha powder, and baking powder together 3 times in a bowl.
- Beat egg whites in a clean bowl using an electric mixture until stiff peaks form.
- Beat egg yolks in a separate bowl using a clean beaters until very light. Add 1/2 cup sugar and sour cream; beat until light. Beat in flour mixture and milk until smooth. Fold in the egg whites. Smooth batter evenly over the prepared sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 8 minutes.
- Trim any uneven edges off the cake. Roll cake up in the parchment starting from the short side. Place on a rack and cool completely, at least 30 minutes.
- Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Add remaining 1 tablespoon matcha powder and 1 tablespoon sugar gradually, continuing to beat until stiff.
- Unroll the cake and spread whipped cream over the top. Roll the cake up, peeling the parchment away and discarding it. Refrigerate cake roll for 1 hour before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 90.9 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 81.8 mg, Sugar 14.5 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality matcha powder: The quality of matcha powder can greatly affect the flavor and color of your cake. Look for a powder that is a vibrant green color and has a smooth, fine texture.
- Sift the dry ingredients together: This helps to ensure that the ingredients are evenly distributed and that the cake will rise evenly.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the cake and give it a light and airy texture.
- Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter mixture: This will help to prevent the cake from curdling.
- Add the matcha powder and flour mixture alternately to the creamed mixture: This will help to prevent the cake from becoming too dense.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
Matcha green tea cake is a delicious and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy the benefits of matcha green tea, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. With its vibrant green color and delicate flavor, matcha green tea cake is a surefire way to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this matcha green tea cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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