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Vegan Matcha Cake

Delicious Vegan Matcha Cake with Creamy Buttercream Bliss

This Vegan Matcha Cake is a delightful dessert that combines earthy matcha flavor with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • - Mixing bowl
  • Cake Tins
  • - Oven

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 2 tablespoons Matcha Powder Opt for high-quality Japanese matcha.
  • 1.5 cups Plain Flour Use gluten-free 1:1 flour blend if needed.
  • 1 cup Caster Sugar Brown sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Neutral oils like sunflower are suitable.
  • 1 cup Soy Milk Can be replaced with almond, oat, or other plant milk.
  • 1/2 cup Cornflour Adds tenderness to the cake.

For the Buttercream

  • 1/2 cup Vegan Butter Any vegan butter brand works well.
  • 1 tablespoon Cacao Butter Omit if not available.
  • 2 cups Icing Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Matcha Powder

For the Vegan Buttermilk

  • 1 cup Soy Milk Combined with apple cider vinegar to create buttermilk.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar

Leavening Agents

  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for proper rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh.

Instructions
 

How to Make Vegan Matcha Cake

  • Mix 1 cup of soy milk with 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a bowl and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes to curdle, creating a vegan buttermilk substitute.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of plain flour, 0.5 cups of cornflour, 1 cup of caster sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 2 tablespoons of matcha powder. Stir until no streaks remain.
  • Pour in ⅓ cup of vegetable oil and the prepared vegan buttermilk into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined.
  • Line two 6-inch cake tins with parchment paper.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the tins and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 22-23 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat ½ cup of vegan butter until creamy. Gradually add 2 cups of icing sugar and 1 tablespoon of matcha powder. Mix in 2 tablespoons of melted cacao butter.
  • Once cooled, level the tops of each cake. Spread a layer of buttercream between the layers and on top.
  • Optional: Dust with extra matcha powder and decorate with fresh strawberries.

Notes

Allow the vegan buttermilk to curdle properly; it is essential for the cake's texture.
Keyword Buttercream Frosting, Easy Vegan Recipes, Gluten-Free Cake, Matcha Cake, Vegan Dessert, Vegan Matcha Cake