Matcha Cake

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
• In a bowl, sift together the flour, matcha powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
• Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
• Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• While the cakes are cooling, prepare the matcha frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and matcha green tea powder, mixing until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract. Add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
• Once the cakes have cooled completely, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of matcha frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining matcha frosting.
• Optionally, you can decorate the cake with additional matcha powder or garnish with edible flowers, fruits or nuts. ¬Slice and serve the matcha tea cake, and enjoy its delightful flavor!