Green Matcha Cake
Experience the delicate flavors of matcha in this beautifully green layered cake, complete with a creamy white chocolate frosting and adorned with fresh raspberries. Ideal for celebrating any occasion with elegance and style!
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp matcha green tea powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup + 2 tbsp granulated sugar
2 large eggs
3/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp vinegar
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 tsp almond extract
For the Frosting:
10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
10 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup melted white chocolate, cooled
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
5 cups powdered sugar
Fresh raspberries for layering and decoration
Directions:
Preheat the oven: Set to 350F (175C). Line and grease four 6-inch cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, matcha powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream the Butter and Sugar: Beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture and buttermilk alternately. Stir in the almond extract.
Bake: Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-27 minutes. Let cakes cool completely.
Prepare Frosting: Beat butter, cream cheese, and vanilla extract together until smooth. Pour in cooled melted white chocolate, then gradually add powdered sugar.
Assemble the Cake: Layer the cakes with frosting and raspberries. Frost the outside and decorate with additional raspberries for a finishing touch.
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