Green Tea Cake

This Green Tea Cake is a light and fluffy dessert infused with the delicate flavors of matcha green tea, perfect for a refreshing ending to any meal. Its vibrant green color and subtle sweetness make it a delightful treat that captures the essence of traditional Chinese desserts.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 60 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Matcha green tea powder - 10 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Egg - 1 large
• Milk - 30 ml
• Vegetable oil - 20 ml
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• Powdered sugar - for dusting (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a small round cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, matcha green tea powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from green tea, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Contains lower sugar and fat content compared to traditional cakes, making it a lighter dessert option.

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