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Strawberry Matcha Cake

This cake features a soft, moist crumb infused with subtle matcha flavor and topped with fresh strawberries. The batter is mixed gently to incorporate the ingredients, then baked until lightly golden, resulting in a delicate texture with bright berry bursts and a whisper of grassy matcha throughout.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure
  • Matcha Powder: Earthy green tea flavor
  • Baking Powder: Gentle lift
  • Salt: Balances sweetness
  • Unsalted Butter: Adds richness
  • Granulated Sugar: Sweetens without overpowering
  • Eggs: Bind and enrich
  • Milk: Keeps crumb soft
  • Vanilla Extract: Rounds out flavors
  • Fresh Strawberries: Natural sweetness and contrast
  • Cream Cheese or Whipped Cream: Light frosting option

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls: Separate wet and dry ingredients
  • Whisk: Smooth batter
  • Spatula: Gentle folding
  • Round Cake Pan: Even baking
  • Cooling Rack: Proper cooling

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line and lightly grease
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Flour, matcha, baking powder, salt
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat until light
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix until combined
  5. Alternate Milk and Dry Ingredients: Fold gently
  6. Pour Batter: Spread evenly in pan
  7. Bake: Until a toothpick comes out clean
  8. Cool Completely: Before frosting
  9. Frost and Decorate: Add strawberries on top