This Matcha Pound Cake is rich, moist, and perfectly balanced with the deep, earthy flavor of ceremonial matcha. With its golden crust and vibrant green crumb, it’s a sophisticated yet easy-to-bake treat ideal for afternoon tea, gifting, or everyday indulgence.
🌿 What Is Matcha Pound Cake?
Matcha pound cake is a classic butter-based cake infused with fine green tea powder. It swaps the usual vanilla or lemon flavoring for the elegant, slightly bitter umami of matcha. The texture is dense yet tender, with a fine crumb that melts in your mouth.
It pairs perfectly with a cup of warm tea or matcha latte.
🧾 Ingredients (One 8×4 inch loaf)
- 150g unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 120g granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 130g all-purpose flour
- 2.5 tsp Leafmill ceremonial grade matcha powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 30ml milk (optional, to loosen batter)
Optional toppings:
- white chocolate glaze, powdered sugar, or more matcha dusted on top
👩🍳 How to Make Matcha Pound Cake
1. Preheat oven
Set oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease and line an 8×4 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Cream butter and sugar
In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
3. Add eggs
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Sift and fold
In a separate bowl, sift together flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold into the wet mixture. Add milk if the batter is too thick.
5. Bake
Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool and serve
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack. Slice and serve as is or with glaze.
💡 Tips for the Best Matcha Pound Cake
- Use LEAFMILL ceremonial-grade matcha for a bold green color and smooth taste.
- Don’t overmix once the flour is added — this keeps the cake soft.
- Let the cake rest overnight for even deeper flavor.
🌱 Why Choose LEAFMILL Matcha?
Grown in China’s finest high-mountain tea regions — Zhejiang, Fujian, and Hubei — our matcha is shade-grown, hand-harvested, and stone-ground for maximum flavor, nutrients, and color. It’s 100% additive-free, rich in antioxidants and L-theanine.
Discover more matcha inspiration on our Recipes Page, or explore our sourcing story on the Tea Garden Page.
