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Strawberry Matcha Cake

This Strawberry Matcha Cake blends earthy green tea with sweet strawberries in a light, layered dessert perfect for spring gatherings. Elegant, vibrant, and balanced in flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp matcha powder (culinary grade)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup whipped cream or mascarpone frosting

Equipment

  • 2 x 6-inch cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • sifter or fine mesh sieve
  • offset spatula (for frosting)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 6-inch cake pans.
  2. Sift flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Mix well.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk. Mix until smooth.
  6. Divide batter between pans and bake for 22–25 minutes.
  7. Let cakes cool. Slice strawberries and prepare whipped cream.
  8. Layer matcha cake, cream, and strawberries. Repeat for second layer.
  9. Chill before serving. Dust with matcha and decorate with fresh berries.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 105mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 380IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.4mg

Notes

Use ripe, firm strawberries to prevent sogginess.
Matcha should be bright green—dull matcha may turn brown when baked.
Frosting can be adjusted with mascarpone, cream cheese, or stabilized whipped cream.
Chill the assembled cake for easier slicing and cleaner layers.
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