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Creamy Matcha Tres Leches Cake

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A velvety, moist tres leches cake infused with ceremonial matcha powder, offering a subtle earthy flavor balanced by a creamy milk soak and light matcha frosting. Perfect for a comforting yet adventurous dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour (sifted for lightness)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 5 large eggs, separated (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar, divided
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 can (12 oz / 354ml) evaporated milk
  • 1 can (14 oz / 395g) sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons high-quality matcha powder
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) heavy cream, cold
  • ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons matcha powder (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and lightly dust with flour.
  2. Sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 teaspoon matcha powder (optional) in a bowl.
  3. Separate egg whites and yolks into two bowls, ensuring no yolk in whites.
  4. Beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy, gradually adding ½ cup sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Whisk egg yolks with remaining ½ cup sugar and vanilla extract until pale and creamy, about 3 minutes.
  6. Slowly fold flour mixture into yolks alternating with milk, mixing gently.
  7. Fold whipped egg whites into batter in thirds, using gentle folding to preserve air.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake 25-30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool cake completely in pan on wire rack.
  10. Whisk evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and 2 teaspoons matcha powder until smooth.
  11. Prick cooled cake all over with fork or skewer. Slowly pour milk mixture evenly over cake. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  12. Chill mixing bowl and beaters for frosting 10 minutes. Beat cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, matcha powder, and vanilla extract on medium-high until soft peaks form.
  13. Spread matcha frosting evenly over soaked cake. Optionally dust with extra matcha powder before serving.

Notes

Use high-quality ceremonial matcha for best flavor. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping frosting to achieve fluffy texture. Prick cake before soaking to ensure even absorption. For dairy-free, substitute milks and cream with plant-based alternatives and eggs with flax eggs. Overnight soaking yields best moistness.

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