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Creamy Matcha Latte Layer Cake with White Chocolate Frosting

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A tender, vibrant green matcha latte layer cake paired with a silky white chocolate frosting, offering a comforting yet fresh homemade dessert perfect for special occasions or casual celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ cups (350 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder (ceremonial grade recommended)
  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 8 oz (225 g) white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (180 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon matcha powder (optional, for frosting)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and matcha powder in a large bowl.
  3. Beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. On low speed, alternately add dry ingredients in three parts and milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Tap pans to release air bubbles.
  7. Bake 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and tops spring back slightly.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to cooling racks. Cool completely before frosting.
  9. Melt white chocolate gently using double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring frequently. Let cool slightly.
  10. Whip softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then add melted white chocolate, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and optional matcha powder. Beat on medium-high until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  11. Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top. Add second layer and cover entire cake with remaining frosting. Smooth or create swirls with an offset spatula.
  12. If frosting is too soft, chill 10 minutes before spreading. If too stiff, whip in a teaspoon of cream to loosen.

Notes

Use ceremonial grade matcha for best flavor. Avoid overbaking to keep cake moist. Chill assembled cake 20-30 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts. Substitute almond or oat milk for dairy-free option. Coconut cream can replace heavy cream in frosting but alters flavor. For gluten-free, use almond flour or gluten-free baking mix but expect denser texture. Melt white chocolate gently to avoid seizing. Frost only fully cooled cakes to prevent melting.

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