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Matcha Green Tea Mug Cake
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Matcha Green Tea Mug Cake

This elegant matcha green tea mug cake is whisked together in seconds and ready in the microwave in just 2 minutes. Earthy ceremonial-grade matcha powder creates a beautiful vibrant green cake with a subtly sweet flavor that is as stunning as it is quick to make.

4.5
5 min
🍴1 servings
🔥320 cal
🔖Easy
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A vibrant earthy matcha green tea mug cake made in the microwave in just 5 minutes for a unique single-serve dessert.

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Nutrition per serving

320Calories
7gProtein
42gCarbs
13gFat
1gFiber

Ingredients

1servings

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Instructions

1

Sift Dry Ingredients

Sift flour, matcha powder, sugar, and baking powder together into a large microwave-safe mug to prevent lumps and ensure the matcha distributes evenly throughout the batter.

2

Add Wet Ingredients

Pour milk and vegetable oil into the mug with dry ingredients and whisk with a fork until a smooth vivid green batter forms with no lumps of matcha visible.

3

Microwave the Cake

Microwave on high for 75 to 90 seconds until the top of the cake is just set and springs back gently when lightly touched. Do not overcook.

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4

Cool and Garnish

Allow the mug cake to cool for 1 minute then dust the top with a pinch of extra matcha powder and serve with a small scoop of vanilla or red bean ice cream.

Substitutions

matcha powderhojicha roasted green tea powder for a toasty caramel-like flavor variation
milkoat milk or almond milk for a plant-based dairy-free version

Common mistakes

Skipping the sifting step which leaves clumps of matcha that create bitter pockets in the finished cake
Using low-quality culinary matcha which results in a dull muddy green color and bitter aftertaste
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