whipped buttercream frosting

This matcha cake recipe is made with matcha cake layers &amp; fluffy buttercream frosting! It&#x27;s a deliciously light dessert that has just a hint of sweetness!!

Matcha Cake

unsalted

sugar (400 grams)

cake flour (300 grams)

tsp baking powder (7 grams)

matcha powder (6 grams)

tsp salt (3 grams)

full-fat sour cream, room temperature (250 grams)

vegetable oil (28 grams)

tsp vanilla extract (4 grams)

sugar (440 grams)

unsalted butter, room temperature (339 grams)

vanilla extract

white chocolate chips (175 grams)

heavy cream (75 grams)

tsp matcha powder (2 grams)

Whisk attachment

Stand mixer or electric hand mixer

Greaseproof Cake Board

Spinning Cake Stand

Spatula

Bench Scraper

Sifter

Ateco 869 Frosting Tip

Preheat oven to 325°F. Line and grease three...

Preheat oven to 325°F. Line and grease three 6-inch cake pans with parchment rounds.

Add the unsalted butter and granulated sugar into...

Add the unsalted butter and granulated sugar into the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat on a high speed with a whisk attachment for a few minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as need with a rubber spatula. The mixture will become lighter in color as air is whipped into it.

Add the egg whites, and mix at a...

Add the egg whites, and mix at a medium speed until they're incorporated.

Sift the dry ingredients (cake flour, baking powder,...

Sift the  dry ingredients (cake flour, baking powder, matcha powder, and salt) into a separate bowl.

Add half of the dry ingredients into the...

Add half of the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, and mix on a low speed until just incorporated.

Add the sour cream, oil and vanilla extract....

Add the sour cream, oil and vanilla extract. Mix at a low speed until combined, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed!

Mix in the remaining dry ingredients on a...

Mix in the remaining dry ingredients on a low speed.

Divide batter evenly between the prepared cake pans....

Divide batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. I like to use a digital kitchen scale to weigh my pans, to make sure my layers will be the same height.

Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick...

Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Rotate pans halfway through to help them bake evenly.

Allow the pans to cool for 10 minutes,...

Allow the pans to cool for 10 minutes, then run an offset spatula around perimeter of the pan to separate the cake from the pan.

Place cake layers into the freezer for 45...

Place cake layers into the freezer for 45 minutes, to accelerate the cooling process. Once the layers are fully cooled, carefully flip the pans and remove the layers from the pans.

Use a serrated knife to level the tops,...

Use a serrated knife to level the tops, and trim the sides to remove any caramelization.

While the cake layers bake and cool, make...

While the cake layers bake and cool, make the fluffy buttercream frosting.

Place the room temperature pasteurized egg whites and...

Place the room temperature pasteurized egg whites and powdered sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl if you plan to make with a hand mixer).

Mix on a low speed to combine.

Once incorporated, mix on medium high with a...

Once incorporated, mix on medium high with a whisk attachment for 5 minutes until stiff peaks have formed.

Swap the whisk attachment for a paddle attachment....

Swap the whisk attachment for a paddle attachment. This will help make your buttercream be smooth once it's fully made.

Mix in pieces of room temperature butter on...

Mix in pieces of room temperature butter on a low speed in 2 additions.

Once the butter is incorporated, mix on medium...

Once the butter is incorporated, mix on medium speed for an additional 5 minutes.

Add in 1 Tbsp of vanilla extract and...

Add in 1 Tbsp of vanilla extract and 1/2 tsp of salt. Mix until the buttercream is fluffy and smooth.

If you frosting breaks in the beginning when...

If you frosting breaks in the beginning when you add the butter, don't worry! Just keep mixing it, and it should come together in a few minutes.

Stir for an additional few minutes by hand...

Stir for an additional few minutes by hand with a rubber spatula to get it silky smooth. Set aside.

While the cake chills with its second coat...

While the cake chills with its second coat of frosting, make the matcha white chocolate ganache.

Heat heavy cream in a heat proof bowl...

Heat heavy cream in a heat proof bowl in the microwave for 45 seconds, until it's just beginning to bubble.

Gently pour white chocolate chips into the heavy cream, making...

Gently pour white chocolate chips into the heavy cream, making sure they are fully covered with cream. Allow mixture to sit for 1 minute.

Stir slowly until the cream and white chocolate...

Stir slowly until the cream and white chocolate are combined. Some bits of chocolate may not be fully melted yet. Heat the mixture again for 20 seconds, and stir.

Repeat as necessary until all the white chocolate...

Repeat as necessary until all the white chocolate bits are fully melted and incorporated.

Mix in the matcha powder. Allow to cool...

Mix in the matcha powder. Allow to cool until desired viscosity is reached (barely warm to the touch).

If it seems too thin or thick, you...

If it seems too thin or thick, you can add a touch more chocolate chips or heavy cream! The type of cream and white chocolate that you use can affect the consistency, so feel free to adjust as needed.

Stack and frost cake layers on a greaseproof...

Stack and frost cake layers on a greaseproof cake board, using a dab of frosting to help stick the first cake layer to the board.

Add an even layer of buttercream on top...

Add an even layer of buttercream on top of the first cake layer. Stack and frost remaining cake layers.

Spread a thin coat of frosting around the...

Spread a thin coat of frosting around the the cake, to fully cover the cake layers.

Smooth using a bench scraper, then chill the...

Smooth using a bench scraper, then chill the cake in the fridge (30 minutes) or freezer (10 minutes) until the frosting is firm to the touch.

Add a second, thicker layer of buttercream frosting...

Add a second, thicker layer of buttercream frosting to the cake, and chill the cake again in the fridge (20 minutes) or freezer (5 minutes) until the frosting is firm to the touch.

Use a spoon to add the ganache drips...

Use a spoon to add the ganache drips around the cake with the white chocolate matcha ganache.

Place the remaining frosting into a small piping...

Place the remaining frosting into a small piping bag fit with an Ateco 869 frosting tip. Pipe dollops around the top of the cake, and dust with an extra bit of matcha powder.

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This matcha cake recipe is made with matcha cake layers & fluffy buttercream frosting! It's a deliciously light dessert that has just a hint of sweetness!!

Tbsp vegetable oil (28 grams)

Whipped Buttercream Frosting is a light and fluffy version of the traditional buttercream you know and love. This sweet, whipped buttercream is the perfect frosting for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and brownies.

Whipped Buttercream Frosting

unsalted butter (room temperature)

confectioner's sugar (sifted to remove lumps)

heavy cream (cold)

salt

almond extract (* optional, see note below)

In a large bowl, add room temperature butter, beat until creamy, about 1 minute.

Add confectioner&#x27;s sugar and slowly mix until ingredients are fully combined. Then, whip at high speed for 2-3 minutes, or until light and fluffy.

Add heavy cream, salt, and vanilla extract (and optional almond extract) and whip for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until light and fluffy. Add additional heavy cream as needed to reach desired consistency.

Pipe or spread frosting with a knife onto cupcakes and serve.

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