Name: Matcha Cake
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 9 slices
Cuisine: American

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Matcha Cake

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Matcha Cake

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a 9" square pan with parchment paper.

Soak two cake strips in ice water.

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt.

Cut up the butter into small cubes and add to the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until it resembles wet sand.

Add the oil, whole milk, and vanilla, and mix until just combined.

In a separate medium bowl, add the egg whites. Use an electric hand mixer to whip them until medium peaks form.

Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter with a rubber spatula until just combined.

Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Wrap the cake strips around the outside of the pan.

Bake the cake for about 35 minutes or until the cakes start to pull away from the sides of the pan and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool for a few minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Whipped Mascarpone Frosting

In a medium bowl, add the mascarpone and sugar. Use an electric mixer to beat until smooth.

Pour in the heavy cream, and beat on medium speed until thick.

Assemble

Place the cake on a serving platter or cake stand, then top with the mascarpone frosting.

Dust the top with more matcha powder, if desired. Cut the cake into 9 or 16 slices and enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Sift Matcha Multiple Times 🍵
Sift matcha powder at least twice with your dry ingredients to eliminate lumps and ensure an even, vibrant green color throughout the cake without bitter pockets.
Room Temperature Ingredients for Stability 🌡️
Bring egg whites, mascarpone, and heavy cream to room temperature before mixing to achieve maximum volume in your meringue and prevent the frosting from breaking or curdling.
Fold Gently to Preserve Airiness ☁️
When combining egg white mixture with flour, use a spatula to fold gently in three additions rather than stirring, maintaining the light, fluffy crumb that defines this cake.
Bloom Matcha in Warm Milk First 💧
Whisk matcha powder with a small amount of warm milk to create a smooth paste before adding to the batter, preventing clumpy texture and ensuring the earthy flavor distributes evenly.
Chill Frosting Before Final Assembly ❄️
Refrigerate the whipped mascarpone frosting for 15-20 minutes before frosting the cake so it holds its shape better and prevents the delicate cake layers from shifting or compressing.

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Hi! I'm Sloane, welcome to Sloane’s Table! I am a Dartmouth College alumna, professional baker, recipe developer, and food photographer. Here, you will find tried & true bakery-worthy recipes ranging from simple sweets to technical pastries. Whether you are looking to challenge yourself and improve your baking skills or just want an easy, trust-worthy recipe, you're in the right place.