Green Cake
A vibrant and unique dessert that combines color, creativity, and flavor. Green cake can be made with matcha, pandan, pistachio, or even spinach for a healthy twist, making it both eye-catching and delicious.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Cake Pan
Ingredients
Cake Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 eggs room temperature
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup milk
Green Flavor Options (choose one)
- 2 tbsp matcha powder for earthy tea flavor
- 2 tsp pandan extract for floral sweetness
- 1 cup ground pistachios for nutty richness
- 1 cup pureed spinach or zucchini for a healthier version
Optional Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a cake pan.
- Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Mix in your chosen green ingredient (matcha, pandan, pistachio, or spinach).
- Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Frost cooled cake as desired.
Notes
You can experiment with different green ingredients for unique flavors and colors. Matcha provides an earthy taste, pandan a floral note, pistachio a nutty richness, and spinach a subtle healthy twist.