Description
White Chocolate Matcha Spring Cake is a sophisticated layer cake infused with the earthy flavor of matcha green tea and the smooth sweetness of white chocolate. Paired with a silky matcha white chocolate ganache or buttercream, and topped with spring florals, it’s a visually striking and flavorfully balanced dessert.
Ingredients
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- For the Matcha Cake:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp matcha powder (culinary grade)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- For the White Chocolate Ganache (or Buttercream):
- 8 oz white chocolate, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Optional for buttercream: 1 cup unsalted butter + 2 cups powdered sugar + 1 tbsp matcha powder
- For Decoration:
- Matcha powder (for dusting)
- Edible flowers (e.g., daisies, pansies, chamomile)
- White chocolate curls or shards
Instructions
- Make the Matcha Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and matcha powder.
- In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk until just combined.
- Divide into pans and bake for 25–28 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Make the Ganache:
- Heat cream until steaming, pour over white chocolate, and let sit 2–3 minutes. Stir until smooth. Cool until spreadable.
- For buttercream version: Cream butter, add melted white chocolate, matcha powder, powdered sugar, and beat until fluffy.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Layer cakes with ganache or buttercream between each.
- Frost the exterior and smooth with an offset spatula.
- Garnish with a light matcha dusting, white chocolate decorations, and edible flowers.
Notes
- Use high-quality culinary matcha for the best flavor and color.
- Chill ganache for a thicker consistency, or whip for a fluffier texture.
- Keep refrigerated and bring to room temp before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~540
- Sugar: ~45g
- Sodium: ~220mg
- Fat: ~30g
- Saturated Fat: ~18g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~10g
- Trans Fat: ~0.5g
- Carbohydrates: ~58g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~6g
- Cholesterol: ~105mg
