Description
This Easy Matcha Sheet Cake offers a delightful fusion of classic vanilla cake with the earthy, vibrant flavor of matcha green tea. Topped with a smooth and creamy matcha-infused cream cheese frosting, this cake is simple to make and perfect for sharing at any gathering or teatime.
Ingredients
Cake
- 1 box Vanilla Cake Mix
- 2 tbsp matcha powder
- 3 eggs
- 100 ml oil
- 250 ml milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Frosting
- 250 grams butter, room temperature
- 230 grams cream cheese
- 1 bag Vanilla Icing Mix
- 2 – 3 tsp matcha powder (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and line a sheet cake pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cake.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and milk until fully combined, creating a smooth and consistent mixture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Incorporate the vanilla cake mix and 2 tablespoons of matcha powder into the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can affect the cake’s texture.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared sheet cake pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully cooked.
- Prepare Matcha Cream Cheese Frosting: While the cake is baking, use a mixer to cream together the room-temperature butter and cream cheese until the mixture becomes fluffy and lighter in color, which usually takes a few minutes.
- Add Icing Mix and Matcha Powder: Add the entire vanilla icing mix bag and 2 to 3 teaspoons of matcha powder to the creamed mixture. Adjust the amount of matcha powder according to your taste preference and mix thoroughly until smooth.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake has cooled completely to room temperature, spread the matcha cream cheese frosting evenly over the top to create a smooth, attractive finish.
- Serve: Cut the frosted cake into squares and enjoy your moist, flavorful matcha sheet cake with friends and family.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Adjust matcha powder in the frosting to suit your desired intensity of flavor.
- The vanilla cake mix can be substituted with gluten-free or other specialty cake mixes if desired.
- For extra decoration, sprinkle a light dusting of matcha powder over the frosting or add edible flowers.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
