Description
A delightful and moist pound cake infused with matcha green tea, perfect for tea time or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup matcha powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
- 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.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a stronger matcha flavor, increase the matcha powder to 2 teaspoons.
- Serve with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg