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Matcha Strawberry Swirl Cake

This cake combines a moist, tender crumb flavored with matcha green tea, which imparts a faint grassy aroma. Swirled with fresh, juicy strawberries, it has a vibrant pink and green marbled appearance, showcasing a soft, crumbly texture with a slightly dense bite. The dessert features visual contrast between the swirling colors and a tender, cake-like consistency.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: fusion
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons matcha powder preferably sifted
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar for strawberries

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Loaf or cake pan
  • Silicone spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your cake pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. In a large bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, salt, and matcha powder until evenly combined.
    1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons matcha powder
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly frothy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the vegetable oil and milk, mixing until smooth.
    3 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup milk
  3. Gradually whisk the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, creating a vibrant green batter with no lumps.
    1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup milk, 2 teaspoons matcha powder
  4. Slice the strawberries and toss with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Gently fold the strawberries into a portion of the batter to create the pink swirl, reserving some for topping or decoration.
    1 cup fresh strawberries, 2 tablespoons sugar
  5. Transfer the matcha batter into the prepared cake pan. Spoon the strawberry mixture in dollops onto the batter surface, then use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the strawberries into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
    1 cup fresh strawberries
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an even more striking marbled effect, add the strawberry swirl just before baking and swirl gently. Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.