Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray. Line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ceremonial grade matcha powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 38-42 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool on a wire rack for about 10-15 minutes, then turn it out to cool completely.
- Whisk together the matcha powder and water. Mix with whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Use a fork to poke holes in the cooled cake and pour the matcha soak over it to infuse the flavor.
- Whip the softened unsalted butter and cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and blend in freeze-dried strawberries.
- Spread the strawberry cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake and cut into 16 equal slices.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best results and adjust sweetness according to taste preferences.
