Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×9 inch baking pan by greasing it and lining with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, matcha powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Mix in eggs and vanilla extract, then gradually add the dry ingredients with buttermilk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 38-42 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 30 minutes, then remove to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Dissolve matcha in warm water, then mix in whole milk and sweetened condensed milk to create a soak.
- Trim the top of the cooled cake, poke holes all over, and pour the matcha soak evenly over the cake.
- Blend cold cream cheese until smooth, add powdered sugar, and fold in ground freeze-dried strawberries for frosting.
- Frost the cooled cake evenly and cut into 16 pieces for serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. Use a kitchen scale for precise flour measurement.
