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Easy Matcha Green Tea Cake - Japanese inspired dessert with fluffy texture

Easy Matcha Green Tea Cake

This Easy Matcha Green Tea Cake is a delightful, earthy dessert that brings a cafe-style treat to your home without the fuss of a bakery.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crepes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Sifted
  • 2 cups milk Whole milk works best
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Optional, adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional, for flavor
For the matcha cream filling
  • 2 cups heavy cream Chilled
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder Sifted for best results

Method
 

Prepare the crepes
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Let the batter rest for 10-15 minutes to allow the flour to relax.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease it.
  4. Pour a small amount of batter into the skillet and tilt to cover the bottom evenly.
  5. Cook until the edges lift and the bottom is lightly browned, about 1-2 minutes, and then flip to cook the other side.
  6. Repeat until all batter is used, stacking the crepes on a plate to cool.
Make the matcha cream filling
  1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and sifted matcha powder, then continue to whip until combined and slightly stiff.
  3. Be careful not to overwhip; it should be light and spreadable.
Assemble the cake
  1. Place one crepe on a serving plate and spread a thin layer of matcha cream filling on top.
  2. Repeat with remaining crepes, stacking them as you go, and finish with a layer of cream on top.
  3. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight to set.

Notes

For clean slices, use a sharp knife and wipe it between cuts. You can add variations like sliced strawberries or a red bean paste layer for different flavors.