Matcha Green Tea Cake

This Matcha Green Tea Cake is a light and airy dessert that captures the earthy flavors of matcha, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and umami. Perfect for a healthy treat, it's both visually stunning and nourishing.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 50 grams
• granulated sugar - 40 grams
• matcha green tea powder - 10 grams
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• unsweetened applesauce - 30 grams
• milk (or almond milk) - 40 ml
• egg - 1 large
• vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease two small ramekins or a small cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, matcha green tea powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the applesauce, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins or pour it into the small cake pan.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving, optionally dusting with powdered sugar or serving with a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 2 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Matcha is rich in antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation.
• Lower in sugar compared to traditional cakes, making it a healthier dessert option.

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