This moist matcha pound cake is a delightful treat that combines the earthy flavor of matcha with a sweet, dense texture. Perfect for tea time or as a dessert, this cake is sure to impress anyone who loves matcha.

With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this matcha recipe baking is accessible for all skill levels. Enjoy the best matcha recipe that captures the essence of matcha vibes and makes for a perfect addition to your matcha desserts collection.

Delicious Matcha Pound Cake

This matcha pound cake features a rich, buttery base infused with high-quality matcha powder, resulting in a sweet matcha flavor that is both comforting and satisfying. The recipe takes about 1 hour to prepare and bake, yielding a cake that serves 8-10 people.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup matcha powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
6. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 8-10 slices
• Calories: 320kcal
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 45g