Marbled Matcha Cake

This marbled matcha cake is a delightful dessert that artfully blends the delicate, earthy tones of matcha green tea with the classic richness of a traditional cake. The marbling technique creates a visually stunning pattern, intertwining swirls of vibrant green matcha with the creamy, golden hue of the cake batter. Each slice reveals an intricate and unique design, making this cake as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate. Its light, moist texture and the harmonious blend of flavors make it a perfect choice for special occasions or as an elegant accompaniment to afternoon tea.

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Marbled Matcha Cake

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Servings 12

Calories 200 kcal

Author Iso Rapalo

Ingredients

Egg replacer

• 2 Tbsp. egg replacer
• 6 Tbsp. warm water
• 1/2 cup brown coconut sugar

Wet ingredients

• 8 Tbsp. butter melted
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 4-5 Tbsp. coconut oil
• 1/2 cup coconut milk warm

Dry ingredients

• 1-1/2 cup unbleached cake flour blend
• 1-1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. Himalayan salt

Matcha mixture

• 2 Tbsp. green tea powder
• 1/4 cup coconut milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. In medium bowl, add egg replacer and warm water. Mix well until combined and paste is formed. Add sugar into mixture and stir until combined. Set aside.
3. In large bowl, add melted butter, coconut oil, coconut milk and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
4. Add contents from medium bowl into large bowl, stir and mix until combined.
5. In separate medium bowl, sift dry ingredients: flour, baking powder and salt.
6. Add dry ingredients to large bowl and whisk until well combined and batter is formed. Set aside.
7. In small bowl, add matcha powder and coconut milk. Mix well until powder dissolves.
8. Divide batter into two bowls. Add matcha mixture to one bowl and mix well until combined.
9. Using cookie scoop, alternate adding both batters into loaf pan to create marble effect when loaf is baked and cut.
10. Bake 45 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
11. Cool for 15 minutes before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Marbled Matcha Cake

Amount Per Serving

Calories 200 Calories from Fat 144

% Daily Value*

Fat 16g25%

Saturated Fat 12g60%

Trans Fat 0.3g

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Cholesterol 35mg12%

Sodium 178mg7%

Potassium 78mg2%

Carbohydrates 11g4%

Fiber 0.1g0%

Sugar 5g6%

Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A 400IU8%

Vitamin C 0.2mg0%

Calcium 23mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.