Fluffy Japanese Matcha Sponge Cake (Printable)
A light, fluffy Japanese-inspired sponge infused with vibrant green tea, perfect for afternoon treats.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tbsp matcha green tea powder
03 - 1 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk, room temperature
07 - 2/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
08 - 3 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Decoration
10 - Powdered sugar for dusting
11 - Whipped cream or fresh berries
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, sift together flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
04 - Add the melted butter and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix well.
05 - Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
06 - Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
07 - Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
08 - Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - Dust with powdered sugar and serve with whipped cream or fresh berries if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It tastes like something you would find in a quiet Tokyo cafe, delicate and earthy.
- The vibrant green color makes it look stunning without needing complex frosting techniques.
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- If you overmix the batter the cake will become dense and lose its signature fluffiness.
- Cooling the melted butter before adding it prevents the eggs from scrambling in the bowl.
03 -
- Adding an extra tablespoon of matcha gives a bolder flavor but do not exceed that amount or the cake becomes dry.
- Always grease the parchment paper lightly to ensure the cake releases perfectly.