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Matcha Layer Cake Recipe

Matcha Layer Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Matcha Layer Cake, featuring soft and fluffy matcha sponge layers filled with luscious whipped cream and frosted with a creamy matcha-infused frosting. A perfect balance of earthy matcha and sweet creaminess in every bite!

Ingredients

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For the Matcha Sponge Cake (4 layers):

  • 1 ½ cups (190 g) cake flour (or all-purpose flour, sifted)
  • 2 tbsp matcha powder (culinary grade)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk (room temperature)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Whipped Cream Filling:

  • 2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream (cold)
  • ¼ cup (30 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Matcha Frosting:

  • 1 ½ cups (340 g) cream cheese (softened)
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 cups (250 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp matcha powder
  • 2–3 tbsp heavy cream (to adjust consistency)

Instructions

  1. Make the Matcha Sponge: Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans. In a bowl, sift together flour, matcha powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy (about 5 minutes). Slowly add oil, milk, and vanilla. Mix gently. Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Divide batter evenly into pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely, then slice each cake into 2 layers (for 4 total).
  2. Make the Whipped Cream Filling: Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Keep chilled until use.
  3. Make the Matcha Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and matcha powder, then mix until fluffy. Adjust consistency with heavy cream.
  4. Assemble the Cake: Place the first cake layer on a plate, spread whipped cream filling on top. Repeat with remaining layers. Frost the outside with matcha cream cheese frosting. Use a spatula to create swirls and decorate with herbs or edible flowers.
  5. Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours before slicing. Slice and enjoy your creamy, earthy, and slightly sweet Matcha Layer Cake! 🍰✨

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Keywords: Matcha, Layer Cake, Matcha Cake, Dessert, Japanese Desserts

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