Green Tea Pineapple Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained), plus 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions:

Prepare the Green Tea Marinade:

• In a small bowl, mix the matcha green tea powder with the boiling water. Allow the tea to steep for 3-4 minutes, then strain and let it cool. This mixture will be used to add a unique flavor to the cake.

Prepare the Cake Batter:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
• Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
• Stir in the vanilla extract and the cooled green tea mixture.
• Gently fold in the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut. If using walnuts, fold them in as well.

Bake the Cake:

• Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
• Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool and Serve:

• Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
• If desired, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving.
• Enjoy your Green Tea Pineapple Cake, a delightful dessert with a subtle green tea flavor and the tropical taste of pineapple. Perfect for a tea party or a light dessert after a meal.